Vehicle Operator III

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

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires employees to be on call during periods when snow is forecast, including both day and night shifts.
• This position requires participation in a rotating weekend on-call schedule to assist with utility interruptions and emergencies.
• 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.
• The construction team within our shop also assists the Moving Services team as needed within the department.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Heavy equipment operation and snow removal experience preferred.
• Depends 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.