What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUILIDNG AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER DPW position at City of Ithaca?
Now Hiring - Applications will be accepted until October 7, 2026.
City of Building and Grounds
Ithaca Maintenance Worker
The City of Ithaca, NY is seeking qualified applicants for the role of
Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker with the Department of
Public Works - Streets and Facilities Division!
Position Description: The work involves responsibility for performing semi-skilled building
and grounds maintenance, repair and cleaning related tasks and activities, which may be
performed indoors or outdoors under adverse working conditions. A good knowledge of a trade
is not necessary because a Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker does not normally perform
skilled journey-level work. The incumbent also performs manual labor and operates equipment
related to the work. General instructions are received and work is performed under either the direct
or general supervision of a higher-level public works employee, depending upon the nature of the
tasks. Does related work as required.
To view the complete job description, visit: Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker job
description.
Minimum Qualifications : One (1) year of full-time paid experience, or its part-time paid
equivalent, in general building construction, cleaning buildings, building maintenance or repair,
facilities maintenance or repair, or groundskeeping.
Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.
Preferred Qualifications Being Sought: Experience in sheetrock finishing and
painting.
Special Requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Class D driver license or a valid
driver license equivalent to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and
maintenance of said license for the duration of employment.
Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.
Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and CSEA DPW Unit collective bargaining unit.
Salary: $24.82/Hour
Supplemental Information:.
- Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the
hrdept@cityofithaca.org.
- The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all
and those with lived experiences.
- The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the
of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested without causing an undue
hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (607) 274-6539 or contact us by email using
hrdept@cityofithaca.org.
Application Materials Required:
- City of Ithaca application
- Copy of driver license
Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on October 7, 2026. Submit required application materials
to:
City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department
108 E. Green St.
Ithaca, NY 1485
(607) 274-653
All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do not
accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications.
Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!
Re-Issued: September 17, 2026
Salary : $25