Job Summary
The Heavy Equipment Operator on the Construction Crew performs skilled construction, maintenance, transportation, and campus support services utilizing commercial vehicles and heavy equipment. Responsibilities include snow removal, asphalt repair, storm drain maintenance, refuse collection, material transport, and operation of specialized construction equipment throughout the University campus. The position requires demonstrated experience safely operating heavy equipment and CDL-rated vehicles.
Experience operating front-end loaders, trackhoes, street sweepers, dump trucks, snowplows, and related heavy equipment. Experience with asphalt repair and roadway maintenance. CDL Class A preferred. Tanker and Air Brake endorsements preferred. Excavation and trench safety training preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment including front-end loaders, trackhoes, dump trucks, street sweepers, vac truck, forklifts, flatbeds, and snow removal equipment.
- Perform asphalt repair and maintenance on campus roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and pedestrian pathways.
- Operate specialized equipment such as compressors, asphalt saws, asphalt spray rigs, salt spreaders, and related construction equipment.
- Support grounds, construction, utility, and maintenance projects by transporting materials, equipment, and supplies throughout campus.
- Perform snow plowing, snow removal, and ice control operations during winter weather events and emergency response situations.
- Operate CDL-rated vehicles in compliance with University, state, and federal regulations.
- Conduct daily inspections of vehicles and equipment to identify maintenance, safety, and operational concerns.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance including lubrication, cleaning, and operational checks of assigned equipment.
- Assist with refuse collection, storm drain maintenance, and other campus infrastructure support activities.
- Train and assist less-experienced employees in safe equipment operation and work practices as assigned.
- Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
2. This position requires participation in a rotating weekend on-call schedule to assist with utility interruptions and emergencies.
3. If needed, employees may be required to work holidays and support campus events, including football games, concerts, and other special events, which often occur outside normal business hours.
4. The construction team within our shop also assists the Moving Services team as needed within the department.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Vehicle Operator, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.
Preferences
- Heavy equipment operation and snow removal experience preferred.
- Depending on the applicant's qualifications and experience, we are willing to provide in-house training.
- Looking for someone who is willing to learn and adapt, as we have a wide variety of duties across campus.
- Class A CDL preferred; minimum requirement is a Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements.
- Asphalt experience preferred, primarily involving patching and repair work.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN46011B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday – Friday 6:30 am to 3:00pm start and stop time will vary some over time and on call is required
Department: 00765 - Heavy Equipment
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $17.00 to $28.00 per hour
Close Date: 11/24/2026
Open Until Filled:
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