Campus Grounds Equipment Operator

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is seeking a Construction Equipment Operator within Campus Operations. You will operate, service, load and unload large motor vehicles and assist with snow/ice removal as part of grounds maintenance.

Minimum qualifications include a valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement, Clearinghouse account creation, and at least one year of related experience. This is a full-time, safety-sensitive position located on campus in New York.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with no air brake restriction.
• Tanker endorsement required by start date.
• Must create Clearinghouse account as part of application.
• At least one year of full-time equipment operation experience in grounds/maintenance.
• Authorized to work in the United States by start date; sponsorship not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Operate large grounds maintenance equipment (backhoes, loaders, snow and ice removal gear) at least one third of the time.
• Assist with spraying, turf repair, fertilizing, grass cutting, pruning and planting projects.
• Drive large delivery vehicles, load/unload, transport freight.
• Perform routine service on vehicles/equipment (tires, fluids, plows, minor repairs).
• Move cargo on/off vehicles and remove snow/ice from paved surfaces.
• Perform manual labor related to campus grounds maintenance.

Skills

Class B CDL

Tanker endorsement

Clearinghouse account

Work authorization in US

Grounds equipment experience

Job description

The University at Buffalo is seeking a Construction Equipment Operator within Campus Operations. You will operate, service, load and unload large motor vehicles and assist with snow/ice removal as part of grounds maintenance.

Minimum qualifications include a valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement, Clearinghouse account creation, and at least one year of related experience. This is a full-time, safety-sensitive position located on campus in New York.