Plant Utilities Assistant NY HELPS

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State.

Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/28/2026

Department

Department Facilities Office

Line Number

Line Number 26242

Budget Title

Rank/Grade

Rank/Grade SG-9

FTE

FTE Full-Time

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Negotiating Unit

Negotiating Unit CSEA

Appointment Type

Jurisdictional Class

Jurisdictional Class n/a

Shift Hours

Schedule
: 3:00p.m. – 11:00p.m. Wednesday through Sunday
(overtime, work on holidays, and non-scheduled days may be required)

Department Operating Needs

This position has the designation of Essential-Critical Service, therefore the successful applicant is designated as an essential service employee. For a definition of essential service employees, please review the university’s Emergency Closings Policy .
The State University of New York offers a variety of fringe benefits including health insurance, free dental and vision, retirement plans, paid time off and holidays, and more. Click here for a summary of benefits for this position.

Brief Job Description

As a Plant Utilities Assistant
, you would assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning, and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner.
Under the general direction of a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 or higher level plant utilities position,
Plant Utilities Assistants assist in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air-conditioning and electrical distribution.
Plant Utilities Assistants perform semiskilled tasks in a safe and efficient manner in operating stationary steam or high temperature hot water boilers rated at 15 pounds per square inch or more; maintain and repair boilers, pumps, other power plant auxiliary equipment, and electrical and mechanical stationary equipment; and may supervise Plant Utilities Helpers in performing routine manual labor. Experienced incumbents may be assigned a limited number of activities requiring the full performance level skills of a Plant Utilities Engineer 1.

Duties may include but are not limited to, monitors equipment consoles. Reads, analyzes and follows up on all console readings, charts, and trouble calls. Adjusts equipment controls to correct malfunction when indicated by observation or in response to a signal. Reads and records gas, steam, and water meter readings. Fills out incident and Quality Assurance Reports. Advises supervisor when repairs are required.

Receives and distributes fuel supplies required for all program locations.
Performs preventive maintenance on…