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

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. For a summary of benefits for this position.

Brief Job Description

• 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 heating, ventilating, and air‑conditioning systems. As instructed, and under the guidance and supervision of qualified personnel, uses specific chemicals to treat water used in heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning systems. Cleans strainers and condenser coils. Maintains steam traps. Changes filters. Determines if refrigeration system is low on refrigerant; if so, identifies type and amount of refrigerant needed, and prepares system for charge.
  
  Regenerates water softeners. Installs, removes, washes and stores window air conditioners.
• Performs minor repairs such as replacing worn gaskets, changing belts and tightening joints, and assisting the Plant Utilities Engineers 1 in the maintenance and overhaul of boilers and in the repair of stationary equipment.
• Performs supervised plumbing, electrical and refrigeration work. Determines if water regulator valves need rebuilding or repair. Threads, solders or glues and installs pipe, using proper types of pipe and fittings. Re‑packs pumps and valves. Assists in the repair, maintenance and operation of alarm and signal systems. Assists in the operation of energy management systems related to the…