Equipment and Materials Operator, Senior

Job description

Equipment and Materials Operator, Senior

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

What You'll be Doing:

Operate heavy equipment in support of University department projects, gravel pit operations, and utility repairs. Perform duties related to the maintenance, construction, and repair of campus streets, roads, parking lots, and parking garages. Assist with campus street signage and pavement markings. Support snow removal operations for campus streets, roads, parking lots, parking garages, and airport facilities.

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Join a team that keeps Purdue University's campus running smoothly and looking its best year-round, and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:

Paid Time Off - Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave

Retirement Contributions - Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income

Educational Opportunities - Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.

Comprehensive Insurance - Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy

Life Insurance - Financial protection for you and your loved ones

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified Candidates Will Need: High School Diploma or equivalent

4+ years of relevant work experience operating heavy equipment required. (I.e., backhoe, bulldozer, 1 1/2 ton trucks, front end loader etc.)

Skills Needed: Valid U.S. Driver's License

Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class B) within 90 days of hire

Ability to maintain CDL eligibility, including successful completion of required medical examinations

Ability to obtain Competent Person Certification for excavations

Ability to obtain FAA Certification in Airport Safety and Snow Removal

Strong leadership and verbal communication skills

Ability to provide verbal and written instructions

Ability to read and interpret maps, blueprints, and schematics

Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures for heavy equipment

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds frequently

Ability to climb in and out of equipment multiple times daily

Ability to work outdoors 90% or more of the time in all weather conditions

Position requires manual dexterity, coordination, prolonged sitting during equipment operation, and strong visual concentration

Knowledge of campus buildings and locations preferred

What We'd Like You To Know: To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

A background check will be required for employment in this position

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream Administrative and Operational Support 3 (S3)

Pay Band: S050

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Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access university.

Worksite address

west lafayette, IN, 47907, US

Who can apply

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