<p>Required Qualifications: Per Civil Service Standards and Specifications. 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.</p> <ul> <li>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 </li></ul> <p>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</p> <p>Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.</p> <p>The candidate must have the ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor and must be able to perform the physical tasks of the position such as bending, lifting/moving up to 50 lbs, stretching, and climbing. Must have the ability to work in confined spaces and from a ladder, scaffolding or man lift over ten feet in height. The candidate must have the ability to understand and carry out written and oral instruction. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Drivers license; have a motor vehicle record that is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (*Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes").</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications: One year experience working in the Plumbing field.</p> <p>Brief Description of Duties: The Maintenance Assistant will provide plumbing service to the campus community. For all duties of the position, incumbent must maintain the work area in a clean and safe manner. All assigned tasks will be accomplished in a timely and appropriate manner. The Maintenance Assistant will follow all safety rules and regulations and operate assigned vehicles in a safe manner. They will obey all campus motor vehicle rules, regulations and parking policies. Reports accidents, safety problems or service needs promptly.</p> <ul> <li>Operates assigned vehicles in a safe manner. </li><li>Obeys all campus motor vehicle rules, regulations and parking policies. </li><li>Reports accidents, safety problems or service needs promptly. </li><li>Assists in Plumbing Repairs. </li><li>Will assist plumber in correcting sewage back-ups and repairs to the domestic water system. </li><li>Replaces worn washers or other parts in leaky valves or taps. Assist in opening clogged drains. </li><li>Ability to assist with reading, interpreting, and working from plans, drawings and specifications. </li><li>Following directors from senior personnel. </li><li>Assist in installing pipes, fittings and fixtures with layout and materials provided. </li><li>Ability to use the tools of the trade including standard hand tools, portable power tools and shop equipment required to complete work according to plans. </li><li>Other Duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Special Notes: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Mandatory rehire roster candidates have preference. SG 9 Hiring Rate $42,641.00. This position includes location pay of $4,000 per year.</p> <p>The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.</p> <p>Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.</p> <p>For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.</p> <p>Seniority for promotion is the length of service in the Operational Services Bargaining Unit. Seniority applies to vacant non-competitive class positions in salary grades higher than the applicants grade. Applicants must meet the posted qualifications/job requirements, legitimate operating needs of the department and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.</p> <p>At time of submission, candidates must include all relevant work experience and training/education information. Submissions failing to do so, will not be considered.</p> <p>Upon conditional offer, the State Classified Appointments Unit will ask for proof of relevant experience or training/education.</p> <p>Time and attendance, past evaluations, disciplinary history and the ability to perform the physical and supervisory aspects of this position will be considered as part of the selection process. Verifiable proof of credentials as stated above are the responsibility of the applicant. Please be prepared to document proof of qualifications with application.</p> <p>Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.</p> <ul> <li>Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of official start date. </li></ul> <p>Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.</p> <p>If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university, The Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.</p> <p>In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.</p> <p>Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.</p> <p>'702447</p>