Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)

Summary: A full-time grounds worker position working Tuesday through Saturday, with Sunday and Monday pass-days, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM. During winter and summer months this position returns to Monday through Friday with Saturday and Sunday pass-days. In the winter, the position may work 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM, or 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM depending on operational need and seniority within the grounds dept.Benefits/Perks of NYS Employment:Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:Holiday & Paid Time Off:-Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.-Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave (increases with years of service).-Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.-Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually.Health Care Benefits:-Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.-Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost!-Pre-Tax Flex Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care.Additional Benefits:-Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).-NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.-Paid Parental Leave for all employees.-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service-Eligibility for various life insurance options.-Tuition Assistance.-Free access to our state of the art fitness center, the Student Life Center! https://www2.cortland.edu/offices/recreational-sports/Student-Life-Center/Major Responsibilities: -Maintain the appearance and condition of grounds by sweeping, raking, and shoveling debris.-Plant seeds, shrubs, and trees.-Cut grass, trim shrubs, and fertilize lawns.-Remove dead trees and load trucks.-Maintain roads, parking lots, walkways, and steps.-Break up concrete and asphalt and apply patch.-Maintain athletic fields.-Assist with snow removal during winter months. Comprises 80-90% of the job and hand shoveling represents a significant portion of snow removal.Required Qualifications:Must have a valid drivers license at time of hire.Applicant will be required to obtain a NYS commercial pesticide technician license within twelve (12) months of appointment.SPECIAL NOTE: This position is a labor class position and as such is not subject to selection on the basis of seniority. Selection of the candidates shall be at the campus’s discretion from among those who apply.

Minimum Salary: 35177
Maximum Salary: 35177
Salary Unit: Yearly