Maintenance Assistant (Fire Safety)

Maintenance Assistant (Fire Safety)

Date Posted: 09/22/26

Applications Due: 10/03/26

Vacancy ID: 225384

Basics

NY HELP: No

Agency: University at Albany

Title: Maintenance Assistant (Fire Safety)

Occupational Category: Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade: 09

Bargaining Unit: OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range: From $44560 to $54773 Annually

Employment Type: Full-Time

Appointment Type: Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class: Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage: 0%

Schedule

Workweek: Mon-Fri

"Other" Explanation: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (pass days Saturday / Sunday)

Hours Per Week: 40

From: 7 AM

To: 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed?: No

Mandatory overtime?: Yes

Compressed workweek allowed?: No

Telecommuting allowed?: No

Location

County: Albany

Street Address: University at Albany (Fire Safety)
1400 Washington Avenue

City: Albany

State: NY

Zip Code: 12222

Job Specifics

Duties Description: Perform routine semi-skilled maintenance, repairs and installations as well as inspections and tests on University at Albany fire and life safety systems and devices following NYS Codes and Standards. Utilizes and maintaining various hand tools, power tool, electronic devices and inspection software. In addition, incumbents may assist other University staff in the installation, adjustment and repairs on the University at Albany’s fire and life safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services..

*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

This position may be filled from a mandatory reemployment list if one is in effect at the time of appointment.

OPERATING NEEDS:


Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Ability to perform physical tasks including carrying ladders and materials; working from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts; removing/installing flooring, ceilings, windows, and floors. Ability to safely operate stationary power equipment; table saw, band saw, jointer and other tools. Ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platforms and boom lifts. Must be able to walk and climb stairs throughout shift. Must have ability to navigate MS Office Suite and Apple products. Ability to work alone as well as in a team environment.

Ability to perform semiskilled activities in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing; Ability to complete or assist with installations, alterations, and repair of walls, floors, doors, molding, trim, hardware, and other architectural items; Ability to assist or repair, maintain, and install lighting fixtures, bulbs, ballasts, outlets, switches, and other electrical equipment; Ability to respond to maintenance calls for minor clogs and leaking/ faulty fixtures (faucets, toilets, and urinals). Ability to use computerized maintenance system (CMMS); ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work from ladders, scaffolds and lifts, work at heights 20'+ and in confined spaces, ability to navigate stairs throughout duration of shift; knowledge of simple hardware repairs and maintenance; ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; use hand and power tools applicable to the trade.

Valid NYS Driver's License required.

Additional Comments: YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE by using this link: http://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205037

How to Apply

Name: Human Resources

Telephone: 518-437-4700

Fax: 518-437-4731

Email Address: [email protected](you must apply with link in the notes section)

Street: 1400 Washington Avenue
UAB 300

City: Albany

State: NY

Zip Code: 12222

Notes on Applying: YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE by using this link: http://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205037