Trades Generalist- Facilities

SUNY Brockport


Salary: $50,425.00 Annually
Location: SUNY Brockport
Job Type: Classified Full-Time
Job Number: 2600363
Division: Administration and Finance
Department: Facilities Maintenance & Operations
Opening Date: 05/11/2026
Closing: 5/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit:


Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint 'Village on the Erie Canal,' SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY


The Trades Generalist performs journey-level carpentry and locksmith work and may supervisor others. Builds, repairs, installs such items as counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, windows, building framework, roofs, and trim, adjusts doors and building hardware. Prepares doors from slab to full finished functioning doors. Backs up the Locksmith when needed - performs all locksmith responsibilities and tasks. Prepares sketches and plans to scale from written or verbal instructions. Recommends and orders the type, quantity and quality of materials needed to complete work orders.

JOB FUNCTIONS


Job Requirements:

• Has working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the craft or crafts to which assigned
  
• Uses tools, machines, equipment and material of the craft or crafts to which assigned
  
• Trains and supervises others
  
• Plans and lays out work and diagnoses problems
  
• Efficiently reads and interprets plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications
  
• Understands and carries out written and oral instructions
  

Operating Needs:

• Operates a variety of hand, power and special tools for extended periods
• Performs moderate to heavy manual labor
• Works from ladders, man lifts or scaffolding
• Effectively uses and comprehends parts, operating and repair manuals
• Has good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with others as a team
• Possesses a valid NYS Driver license, class D or above (other than a motorcycle license)
• Is able and willing to work overtime, sometimes on short notice, responds to off-hour emergency requests, and provides an acceptable response
• Is familiar with pertinent codes related to structure and fire safety
• Works well with diverse groups, as a team, with a positive customer service attitude
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses electric door operators and sliding doors
• Repairs and installs electric strike
• Obtains Asbestos Supervisor Certification within six (6) months of hire
• Diagnoses various locking mechanisms & door hardware failures and recommends possible solutions

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:
Non-competitive: Four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled journey-level worker which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprentice training in a trade or training gained by the completion of technical courses in a trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated and able to pass LENS Check.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in similar structural repair environment.
• Basic fire door requirements.
• Demonstrated computer experience, preferably with Microsoft Office Suite, Footprints work order system, Keystone 600 key management software, HPC CodeSource,Vision Expert 9 software.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:
40 hours/week: Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.
Benefits:

This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Respond to the canvass letter (if applicable). Submit your application, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references via our Employment Opportunities website at jobs.hr.brockport.edu by May 26, 2026.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.


Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.



To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/brockport/jobs/5337855/trades-generalist-facilities

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