Campus Heavy Equipment Operator – Grounds & Snow

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Leave

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Options

Employee Well-Being

Tuition Waiver Program

Job summary

James Madison University seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to support Facilities Management in landscaping and campus maintenance. The regular schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with summer schedule adjustments and overtime for events and weather.

The role requires operating backhoes, dump trucks, and related equipment, performing mowing and pesticide tasks, and leading summer workers. A CDL A within one year and 19+ years old are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations and safety.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment in confined or populated areas safely.
• Operate backhoe, dump truck and related equipment for excavation/hauling.
• Perform landscaping tasks and handle emergency situations.
• Physically able to work long hours in varied conditions.
• Must be 19+ and hold a valid driver's license for 24+ months.
• CDL Class A with air brake endorsement within one year.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe, tractors, dump trucks, street sweepers, and trailers for landscaping and material transport.
• Safely operate a variety of mowing equipment to maintain campus grounds.
• Apply pesticides safely as directed, minimizing chemical use.
• Support other landscaping duties and maintain campus signage and cleanliness.
• Lead summer workers and assist in snow removal as needed.
• Work during home football games and be available during campus closings.

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL Class A

Backhoe operation

Dump truck operation

Landscaping knowledge

Driver's license

Job description

James Madison University seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to support Facilities Management in landscaping and campus maintenance. The regular schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with summer schedule adjustments and overtime for events and weather.

The role requires operating backhoes, dump trucks, and related equipment, performing mowing and pesticide tasks, and leading summer workers. A CDL A within one year and 19+ years old are required.