Trades Specialist (Mason & Plasterer)
Required Qualifications: Per Civil Service Standards and Specifications. Successful completion of a NYS two-year Mason and Plasterer Traineeship or NYS two-year masonry training program; OR successful completion of any equivalent masonry two-year training or apprenticeship program; OR four years of full time experience in masonry under a skilled journey-level mason / Plasterer which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in masonry or training gained by completion of technical courses in masonry at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Must have the ability to stand, stoop, bend and stretch for long periods of time. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid Class B NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). In addition, must participate in the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (drug and alcohol testing) as required; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”). If you do not possess the necessary CDL license, you Must obtain a Class B NYS Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of appointment to retain employment.Preferred Qualifications: Experience with CDL and heavy equipment. Brief Descriptions of Duties: The Mason and Plasterer will perform masonry and plastering work within the campus community.· Remove rough or defective areas and repair with fresh concrete. · Apply ceramic tiles to walls, floors and ceilings. Prepare surfaces by removing damaged tiles or apply plaster or concrete base, spread adhesive base on surfaces. Cut, shape and apply tiles to surfaces according to specifications. · Lay building materials such as stone, brick, concrete cinder block and the like to construct or repair walls, marking guidelines. · Dig out, form and pour and finish concrete slabs, steps and sidewalks using proper masonry tools· Plan, layout and complete mason and plaster work. Ability to read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications. Ability to draw rough sketches or prepare plans from oral or written instructions. Estimates of labor and materials.· Emergencies – Remove snow and debris from campus roadways, parking lots and walkways to ensure they are passable at all-time including during and after snow and/or icing conditions and events or emergency situations such as floods, hurricanes, etc.· Mix or direct the mixing of mortar. Spread mortar on working surface and to block or stone and position and align the blocks. Assemble materials, tools and equipment required to complete the project according to plans. · Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission. Special Notes: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Mandatory rehire roster candidates have preference. SG 12 Hiring Rate $52,694. This position includes location pay of $4,150 per year.The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.Seniority for promotion is the length of service in the Operational Services Bargaining Unit. Seniority applies to vacant non-competitive class positions in salary grades higher than the applicants grade. Applicants must meet the posted qualifications/job requirements, legitimate operating needs of the department and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.At time of submission, candidates must include all relevant work experience and training/education information. Submissions failing to do so, will not be considered. Upon conditional offer, the State Classified Appointments Unit will ask for proof of relevant experience or training/education. Time and attendance, past evaluations, disciplinary history and the ability to perform the physical and supervisory aspects of this position will be considered as part of the selection process. Verifiable proof of credentials as stated above are the responsibility of the applicant. Please be prepared to document proof of qualifications with application.Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of official start date.Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university, The Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
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Official Job Title: Trades Specialist (Mason Plasterer)
: Skilled Trades
: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: Campus Operations & Maintenance - Grounds
: Full-time
:Day Shift Shift Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
: Sep 22, 2026
: Oct 7, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Salary:SG 12 Hiring Rate $52,694 per year
Appointment Type: Permanent
Salary Grade:SG12
SBU Area:Stony Brook University
