Building Maintenance Worker

Category: Civil Service
Department: Buildings and Grounds
Locations: Batavia, NY
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Position ID: 197691

About Genesee Community College:
Founded in 1966 as part of the prestigious State University of New York (SUNY), Genesee Community College serves a 2500 square mile region in the counties of Genesee, Livingston, Orleans and Wyoming. GCC is a student-centered collegiate community that annually serves more than 4,300 students with 75 academic degrees, certificates and micro-credentials, and several campus locations in Western New York State. Located in Batavia, GCC is only a short drive away from Buffalo and Rochester.

One of GCC's trademarks is cutting-edge technology that includes the Conable Technology Building, 54 Hyflex Classrooms, 88 smart classrooms, 27 computer labs and 8 science labs. Both the onsite and online learning modalities boast a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, giving students plenty of hands-on, one-to-one teaching and learning opportunities.

EDsmart recently ranked GCC as the number one community college in Western, New York and the fourth best community college in New York State.

The spacious campus boasts a new Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades Lab, along with a Criminal Justice lab, Veterinary Tech lab, Solar Electric Technician lab, Nursing lab, Digital Arts Lab and Computerized Drafting & Design Lab. Additionally, the campus houses the Stuart Steiner Performing Arts Center, Roz Steiner Art Gallery, Alfred C. O'Connell Library and Child Care Center. The Richard C. Call Arena features a multi-use field house, classrooms, locker rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center, coach offices and a press box overlooking the new turf field. College Village, a student housing community, offers suite and communal style student housing at the Batavia campus.

SUNY Genesee awards over 250 student scholarships annually and has an extensive Financial Aid program. GCC is committed to providing the educational experiences which promote intellectual and social growth, workforce and economic development and global citizenship. Additional information about GCC is available at www.genesee.edu.

Job Description
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is semi-skilled work involving responsibility for independently performing a variety of mechanical and other building maintenance tasks, or for serving as a helper to a journeyman tradesman. Work is performed under either direct or general supervision, depending upon the nature of the task. Does related work, as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Performs semi-skilled work in masonry, carpentry, electrical or painting operations;

Helps to install and repair wiring systems and electric fixtures and equipment;

Repairs windows, doors, floors, walls and other parts of buildings;

Does interior and exterior painting;

Helps to install and repair general plumbing fixtures;

Assists in cleaning and repairing boilers, pumps, heaters, pipelines, valves and traps;

Mixes plaster and concrete, and assists in laying brick, plastering walls, finishing concrete work, etc.;

Operates trucks, automobiles, air compressors, and other motorized equipment, as an adjunct to primary duties;

May be required to perform outside duties, such as mowing lawns, maintaining athletic fields, removing snow and ice, painting interior and exterior surfaces;

Serves as general handyman performing a variety of semi-skilled duties;

May occasionally perform meter reading duties.

The above examples of duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND/OR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Working knowledge of modern buildings and grounds maintenance and repair practices; good knowledge of the practices and techniques of one or more of the standard trades; mechanical aptitude; manual dexterity.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee constantly is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of full-time, paid experience in general building construction or maintenance work, or an equivalent combination of training and experience indicating ability to perform the duties of the job.

Additional Information:
SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a full-time, Genesee County civil service position at 40 hours per week and is compensated at a rate of $18.36 per hour. Work is on campus in Batavia, NY. Hours worked are 6:00am - 2:30pm. Incumbent must be a resident of Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Erie, Orleans, Wyoming or Niagara County.

BENEFITS:

NYS Retirement Options (NYSERS)
Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance through Independent Health, Delta Dental and EyeMed.
FSA
15 days' sick, 4 personal days, 12 vacation days and several holidays annually
GCC Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents
SUNY Tuition assistance at 4-year institutions
Access to the Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena



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