Maintenance Worker (Plant Operations and Maintenance)

SUNY Broome Community College is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Maintenance Worker to join our 1st Shift team. This position works Monday through Friday from 7: 00 a.m. to 3: 30 p.m. Maintenance Workers perform a variety of semi-skilled mechanical, building maintenance, repair, and construction-related tasks. This position supports the upkeep of campus facilities and grounds to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform semi-skilled work in areas such as carpentry, masonry, electrical, plumbing, and painting.
• Assist with installation and repair of wiring systems, electrical fixtures, and related equipment.
• Repair windows, doors, floors, walls, and other building components.
• Assist in installing and repairing plumbing fixtures, including sinks, toilets, and baths.
• Assist with cleaning and repairing boilers, pumps, heaters, pipelines, valves, and traps.
• Mix plaster and concrete; assist with bricklaying, plastering, and finishing concrete work.
• Load and unload materials and supplies; assist with recording goods shipped and received.
• Participate in grounds maintenance activities, including snow and ice removal.
• Perform preventive maintenance on buildings and equipment.
• Operate trucks and other motorized equipment.
• Maintain simple records of maintenance performed and materials used.
• Perform occasional housekeeping and cleaning tasks as needed.
• Monitor and record energy conservation equipment readings and report irregularities.

Requirements:

• One (1) year of experience in general building construction, maintenance, or repair work in one or more standard trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, masonry, or a related field
• Working knowledge of modern building and grounds maintenance, repair procedures, and construction practices.
• Working knowledge of tools, terminology, and safety practices used in maintenance and construction.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• This is a physically demanding position that involves lifting heavy objects, bending, climbing, reaching, and repetitive motion. 
• Possession of a valid appropriate level Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.

Additional Information:

The hourly rate for this position is $17.79.

Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Application Instructions:

For best consideration, application materials must be received no later than Friday, February 6, 2026. 

SUNY Broome will continue to review and consider applications until the position is filled.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references by clicking Apply.

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