Location: Saratoga Springs, NY Category: Classified Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu Jun 18 2026 Job Description:

Empire State University is seeking candidates for a full-time Trades Generalist to work in our Saratoga Springs location.

The position will perform a wide range of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, repair, and operational duties, while also providing on-shift coordination and support to custodial and facilities staff as needed.

Duties Of This Position Will Include The Following

Minor electrical repairs
Carpentry and wall repair
Plumbing adjustments and fixture repairs
Preventive maintenance on building systems
Equipment troubleshooting
Assist with facility setups and adjustments
Support snow removal and seasonal operations
Address urgent repair needs during active building hours

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

Work Hours

Monday - Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm

Special Information: Must possess a valid NYS driver's license

Salary: SG-12 $50,425 - $61,548

Additional Information

Empire State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IF YOU NEED A DISABILITY-RELATED ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE ADA COORDINATOR AT HRDEPARTMENT@SUNYEMPIRE.EDU. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TITLE II CRIME AWARENESS AND SECURITY ACT, A COPY OF OUR CRIME STATISTICS IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST BY CALLING (518) 587-2100, ext. 2800. IT CAN ALSO BE VIEWED ON-LINE AT THE SAFETY AND SECURITY WEBSITE AT https://www.sunyempire.edu/safety-security/.

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