What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUILDING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER position at City of Ithaca?
Location: City of Ithaca, NY
Department: Parking Division
Classification: Non-Competitive
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: DPW Unit
Salary: $22.11/hour - $26.53/hour
Workweek: Monday - Friday
12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The City of Ithaca, a top Finger Lakes Area employer, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of
Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker. This position serves the Parking Division and reports
directly to the Manager of Parking and Commons Operations.
Position Description: The work involves responsibility for performing semi-skilled building and grounds
maintenance, repair and cleaning related tasks and activities, which may be performed indoors or outdoors
under adverse working conditions. A good knowledge of a trade is not necessary because a Building and
Grounds Maintenance Worker does not normally perform skilled journey-level work. The incumbent also
performs manual labor and operates equipment related to the work. General instructions are received and
work is performed under either the direct or general supervision of a higher-level public works employee,
depending upon the nature of the tasks. Does related work as required.
To view the complete job description, visit: Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker.doc.
Minimum Qualifications: One (1) year of full-time paid experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, in
general building construction, cleaning buildings, building maintenance or repair, facilities maintenance or
repair, or groundskeeping.
Special Requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Class D driver license or a valid driver
license equivalent to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and maintenance
of said license for the duration of employment.
Appointment Status and Exam Requirement: This will be a provisional appointment pending the
results of a civil service examination to be scheduled at a later date. Permanent appointment will be
dependent upon the candidate's exam score.
Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.
Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and CSEA DPW Unit Bargaining Agreement.
Supplemental Information:
• Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the
Department of Human Resources/Civil Service at (607) 274-6539 or by email to
hr@cityofithaca.org.
- The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all
disabilities, and those with lived experiences.
- The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the
policy of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested without causing an undue
hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (607) 274 6539 or by email to
hr@cityofithaca.org.
Application Materials Required:
City of Ithaca application
Copy of driver license
Submit required application materials by February 7, 2025, to:
Attn: City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department
Applications must be received by the City of Ithaca Human Resources Department no later than 4:30 PM EST on
the last filing date indicated below. All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application
program. We do not accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of
applications.
Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!
Issued: February 4, 2025
Salary : $22 - $27
