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Building Maintenance Helper

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES
Auburn, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Job Description

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking individual to join our facilities team as a Building Maintenance Helper. This position plays a vital role in ensuring our school buildings and grounds are clean, safe, and in working order. The ideal candidate will be skilled in performing a variety of manual labor tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and cleaning of buildings and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in cleaning, window washing, floor scrubbing, and general upkeep of buildings.
  • Check boilers to ensure correct operation.
  • Perform minor carpentry work (e.g., furniture repair).
  • Prepare surfaces and assist with interior painting.
  • Maintain grounds, including mowing lawns and trimming shrubs.
  • Replace light bulbs and fuses.
  • Clean lavatories and polish metal fixtures.
  • Assist with snow and ice removal.
  • Maintain tools and mechanical equipment.
  • May operate light vehicles and maintenance equipment.

Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year of experience in general manual labor.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Working knowledge of basic building maintenance tools and practices.
  • Manual dexterity and physical stamina are required to perform duties.
  • Must be in good physical condition.

Additional Information

This is a Civil Service position subject to Cayuga County Civil Service rules and requirements. Candidates must apply with Cayuga County Civil Service. Go to: mycivilservice.cayugacounty.us/jobopps and click on the “APPLY” button next to the title of “Building Maintenance Helper (BOCES)” under Current Vacancies.

About Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES

All BOCES across the state share a common mission: to prepare diverse populations for successful roles in a new global society. We are accomplishing this by providing cost-effective shared services to school districts while initiating collaboration to close gaps in student achievement. Each day that mission is realized by the commitment and hard work of our board of education, administration, faculty and entire staff. Visit our website www.cayboces.org to learn all about the Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES!

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