Heavy Equipment Operator - Grounds & Maintenance

University of Massachusetts Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Medical School is seeking an Equipment Operator/Grounds to operate heavy equipment and maintain campus roads and grounds. The role involves driving, routine maintenance, loading materials and seasonal tasks in all weather conditions.

Regular hours are 6 am–2:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional after-hours work during weather events. Applicants should have a high school diploma, 2 years of relevant experience, and valid CDL/Hoisting licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years landscape or equipment operator experience.
• Valid CDL and Hoisting License.
• Knowledge of laws/regulations for operation of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (backhoes, loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, mowers) to maintain grounds.
• Operate light vehicles to transport materials to warehouses and other locations.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment (lubrication, fueling, tires, oil, coolant, hoses).
• Load and unload furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Mix/apply sand, salt, and gravel.
• Use two-way radios to coordinate with teams.
• Operate welders, chainsaws, jackhammers, painting equipment as assigned.
• Repair concrete/asphalt surfaces and paint roadways/parking areas.
• Perform ground maintenance tasks (mowing, raking, planting trees/flowers).
• Assist with other maintenance trades as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Driving/transport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL license

Hoisting license

Job description

University of Massachusetts Medical School is seeking an Equipment Operator/Grounds to operate heavy equipment and maintain campus roads and grounds. The role involves driving, routine maintenance, loading materials and seasonal tasks in all weather conditions.

Regular hours are 6 am–2:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional after-hours work during weather events. Applicants should have a high school diploma, 2 years of relevant experience, and valid CDL/Hoisting licenses.