Construction Equipment Operator

About the role

In this role as a Construction Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the operation, routine servicing, loading and unloading of large motor vehicles as well as the removal of snow and ice during the snow season.

Responsibilities

• Operate large garbage packers, backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, tractors, snow & ice removal equipment, and other grounds maintenance equipment at least one third of the work time
• Assist with spraying, turf repair, fertilizing, grass cutting, pruning and planting projects
• Drive large delivery vehicles, load and unload, and transport freight
• Perform routine service on motorized and non-motorized vehicles and equipment including changing tires, lubrication, checking and adding fluids, installing/removing snow plows, and performing minor repairs
• Move cargo on and off vehicles
• Remove snow and ice from paved surfaces
• Perform manual labor associated with maintaining campus grounds

This position is defined as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject to pre-employment and random alcohol and drug testing under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Benefits

Our benefits prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.