Campus Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL / On-Call

Details This; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support campus construction and maintenance tasks in Salt Lake City, UT. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, performing asphalt work, snow removal, and material transport with CDL -rated vehicles.

Qualified applicants will have experience with front-end loaders, trackhoes, dump trucks, and related machinery, plus CDL with appropriate endorsements.

Qualifications

• Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience.
• Vehicle Operator, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.
• CDL Class A preferred; minimum requirement is a Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements.

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.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Snow removal

Job description

The University of Utah is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support campus construction and maintenance tasks in Salt Lake City, UT. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, performing asphalt work, snow removal, and material transport with CDL -rated vehicles.

Qualified applicants will have experience with front-end loaders, trackhoes, dump trucks, and related machinery, plus CDL with appropriate endorsements.