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Facilities Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds) - Full Time Day Shift

Stony Brook Medicine
$38,577
United States, New York, Stony Brook
Dec 18, 2024


Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds performs a variety of routine manual tasks, requiring medium to heavy physical effort, to assist in maintaining, constructing, and repairing buildings, roads, offices, other structures, furniture, facilities, and grounds.

Duties of a Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds may include the following but are not limited to:



  • Maintains grounds, roadways, waterways and trails.
  • Clears sites, prepares them for planting, and plants seeds, trees, shrubbery, and flowers.
  • Cleans grounds, roadways, and structures by sweeping, raking, shoveling, mowing, and removing by hand debris, leaves, branches, snow, ice, trash, etc.
  • Maintains areas by cutting grass, pruning plants, cutting and removing dead branches and trees, placing mulching materials and stone, and fertilizing and watering plants and grass.
  • Installs and maintains fences, guide rails, signs, walkways, and snow fencing.
  • Assists skilled and semiskilled trades workers by performing the more routine manual tasks of a trade.
  • Cleans, lubricates, and maintains machinery, equipment, gears, cables, and tools.
  • Carries and holds materials and tools.
  • Lifts and places equipment, ladders, and scaffolds.
  • Removes materials preparatory to repair and construction by using jack hammers, sanders, paint strippers, and other hand tools and equipment.
  • Replaces fuses, light bulbs, washers, faucets, and shelves.
  • Cleans work areas, cleans and lubricates mechanical, electrical, and power plant equipment, and assists in operating heating, ventilating, and airconditioning equipment.
  • Operates and maintains motorized equipment and machinery.
  • Operates lawn mowers and plows to maintain grounds, parking lots, and walkways.
  • Mounts and dismounts major assemblies, such as plows and salt spreaders, and assists mechanics in removing and installing heavy items, such as engines and transmissions.
  • Maintains vehicles and equipment by cleaning, changing oil, lubricating engines and mechanical systems, scraping off rust and accretions, and replacing simple parts, such as wipers, tires, and batteries.
  • Assists in operations by performing routine, repetitive activities.
  • Answers simple questions, such as the time and place of events, directions, and general information about facilities and usage.
  • Collects fees and tickets for parking and special events and prepares simple reports of revenue and tickets collected and issued.
  • Sets up and breaks down equipment for special events.
  • Moves heavy supplies, furniture, and equipment.
  • Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture from trucks and rail cars by physically lifting items or operating a hand truck or forklift.
  • Moves items to and from storerooms and/or warehouses. May maintain storage areas.
  • Assists truck drivers and motor vehicle operators in picking up and delivering items. May drive delivery vehicles.
  • Moves heavy furniture, office equipment and records.
  • Sets up and removes furniture, partitions, and equipment for office moves, conferences, meetings and special events.
  • Delivers forms and supplies to various offices.
  • Assists in the receiving and shipping of various office materials.



Qualifications

Required: Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned. Possession of a valid New York State drivers license may be required.

Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalency.

Note, this title was previously 'Laborer' and was changed by the NYS Department of Civil Service effective 9/13/2018.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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  • Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
  • All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
  • This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
  • This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.


Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:



  • Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
  • Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
  • Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
  • Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
  • Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).


Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

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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.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.

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Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.

Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $35,177 / year.

The above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate's validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:



  • Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($3400)


Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.

Job Number: 2404663
Official Job Title : Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)
Job Field : Groundskeeper/Laborer
Primary Location : US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area : Plant Operations
Schedule : Full-time Shift : Day Shift Shift Hours : 6:00am - 2:30pm Pass Days : Sat, Sun
Posting Start Date : Dec 18, 2024
Posting End Date : Jan 2, 2025, 4:59:00 AM
Salary : $38,577
Salary Grade : SG6
SBU Area : Stony Brook University Hospital
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