The City University of New York
General Duties
Under direct supervision, performs common unskilled laboring work requiring physical strength but little skill or training. Moves, lifts and carries items of various weights and sizes. May be required to operate motor vehicles and equipment in connection with the performance of duties. Performs related work.
Moves, lifts and carries heavy objects and materials. May make use of hand or power‑driven equipment. Mows, prunes, cultivates and maintains lawns, shrubs and trees. Assists in grading, seeding, planting, sodding, cultivation and fertilizing.
Assists in the development and exhibition of botanical collection and provides appropriate care for planting lawns.
Regulates the use of campus areas and facilities in accordance with campus rules and regulations.
Makes periodic inspections and performs required maintenance on outdoor equipment, fences, walks, campus grounds, beaches, etc.
Engages in general maintenance and clean‑up activities in outdoor areas of the campus and surrounding areas.
Clears debris, snow and ice from walkways, stairs and other byways for safe access.
Rakes and clears leaves from grounds and surrounding areas.
Operates equipment including mowers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, trimmers, tractors, trucks, chain saws, forklifts and related equipment.
Assists skilled craftsmen.
Engages in waste management operations.
Loads and unloads heavy equipment and materials at loading/unloading platforms as well as moving or delivery vans or trucks.
Contract Title Laborer
FLSA Non‑exempt
Campus Specific Information Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (CUNY) is accepting applications for the Laborer position. The Laborer will report to the Administrative Superintendent for Buildings and Grounds.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
There are certain medical and physical requirements for this position.
License Requirement – Possession of a Motor Vehicle Drive License valid in the State of New York. For appointment to certain positions, possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required. There may be certain age requirements to obtain this license.
The full specification is available on our website at: http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/ohrm/hros/classification/ccsjobs.html
Compensation $86,631
Benefits CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax‑Deferred Savings Plans. Part‑time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
How To Apply From our job posting system, select “Apply Now”, create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, please visit https://cuny.jobs/campus/brooklyn-college/jobs/. Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume in .docx or .pdf format.
Closing Date November 20, 2025
Job Search Category CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff
Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID 31063
Location Brooklyn College
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Higher Education
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Moves, lifts and carries heavy objects and materials. May make use of hand or power‑driven equipment. Mows, prunes, cultivates and maintains lawns, shrubs and trees. Assists in grading, seeding, planting, sodding, cultivation and fertilizing.
Assists in the development and exhibition of botanical collection and provides appropriate care for planting lawns.
Regulates the use of campus areas and facilities in accordance with campus rules and regulations.
Makes periodic inspections and performs required maintenance on outdoor equipment, fences, walks, campus grounds, beaches, etc.
Engages in general maintenance and clean‑up activities in outdoor areas of the campus and surrounding areas.
Clears debris, snow and ice from walkways, stairs and other byways for safe access.
Rakes and clears leaves from grounds and surrounding areas.
Operates equipment including mowers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, trimmers, tractors, trucks, chain saws, forklifts and related equipment.
Assists skilled craftsmen.
Engages in waste management operations.
Loads and unloads heavy equipment and materials at loading/unloading platforms as well as moving or delivery vans or trucks.
Contract Title Laborer
FLSA Non‑exempt
Campus Specific Information Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (CUNY) is accepting applications for the Laborer position. The Laborer will report to the Administrative Superintendent for Buildings and Grounds.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
There are certain medical and physical requirements for this position.
License Requirement – Possession of a Motor Vehicle Drive License valid in the State of New York. For appointment to certain positions, possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required. There may be certain age requirements to obtain this license.
The full specification is available on our website at: http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/ohrm/hros/classification/ccsjobs.html
Compensation $86,631
Benefits CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax‑Deferred Savings Plans. Part‑time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
How To Apply From our job posting system, select “Apply Now”, create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, please visit https://cuny.jobs/campus/brooklyn-college/jobs/. Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume in .docx or .pdf format.
Closing Date November 20, 2025
Job Search Category CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff
Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID 31063
Location Brooklyn College
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Higher Education
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The City University of New York by 2x
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