Maintenance Equipment Operator I

Job Details

Maintenance Equipment Operator I

Campus Title: Maintenance Equipment Operator I

State Job Title: Maintenance Equipment Operator I

Department: Facilities and Operations

Job Code: H13X33

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Salary: $1,932.56 Bi-Weekly

General Statement of Duties

The Maintenance Equipment Operator I operates heavy equipment used in excavating, grading, and other activities; performs grounds keeping and snow removal duties using various types of hand tools and motorized equipment; inspects equipment and performs some maintenance procedures; assists trades personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates front-end loader to load trucks and to construct and maintain University grounds, including athletic fields and roads, and to assist with snow removal, tree work, and other projects.
• Uses pay-loader to move University-owned equipment, property, furniture, trash.
• Operates chainsaw to clear trees and brush on University property.
• Uses power equipment to perform grounds keeping duties.
• Repairs roads; installs sidewalks; sands roads and walks; plows snow.
• Inspects equipment, tools, trucks, and tractors; performs preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs.
• Assists other trades personnel.

Qualifications Required at Hire

• Knowledge of the types and characteristics of motor vehicles.
• Skill in the operation of motor vehicles and heavy power-oriented equipment.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Physical stamina and endurance.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

At least two years of full-time experience in greens keeping, landscaping, grounds keeping, park maintenance, or tree maintenance work.

License and/or Certification Requirements

Valid and current driver's license (Class D). Current and valid 2B hoisting license or above issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety.