Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic

University of Arkansas; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating and maintaining heavy machinery while ensuring peak operational efficiency through strong mechanical skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating a commitment to safety and reliability. Enjoy a vibrant workplace culture that values work-life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and tuition waivers. If you are passionate about machinery and seek to contribute to a thriving community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Waivers

12 Official Holidays

Retirement Programs

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery like excavators and bulldozers.
• Strong mechanical skills for servicing landscaping equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy machinery for construction and landscaping.
• Troubleshoot and repair small engines and equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Small Engine Repair

Troubleshooting Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Safety Commitment

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Hand Tools

Job description

Closing Date:

05/24/2025

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Closing Date:

05/24/2025 Type of Position: Skilled Crafts and Trades

Workstudy Position:

No Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department: Gardens Operations

Department's Website:

https://www.garvangardens.org Summary of Job Duties: The Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic requires expertise in operating and maintaining heavy machinery while also possessing strong mechanical skills for servicing small engines, including lawn mowers, blowers, weed eaters, and other landscaping equipment. The operator/mechanic will be a hands-on professional with a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment to ensure peak operational efficiency.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, bulldozers, graders, and other machinery for construction, excavation, and site preparation, in a construction, excavation, or related field

• Experience repairing and maintaining small engines and landscaping equipment that require strong mechanical skills

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams

• Proficiency in troubleshooting engines, electrical, and hydraulic systems

• Familiarity with tools and diagnostic equipment for heavy machinery and small engines

• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety

• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL license

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of tools and diagnostic equipment for heavy machinery and small engines

• Knowledge and ability to repair and maintain small engines and landscaping equipment

• Demonstrated attention to detail

• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to train and assist other team members in the proper use and maintenance equipment.

Additional Information:

Position is located at Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs, AR.

Salary Information:

$46,383 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status, Resume

Recruitment Contact Information:

Minnie Hahn, Sr. Manager of Design and Display, [e-mail]; Don Nutt Skilled Trades Supervisor, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Position is located at Garvan Woodland Gardens, Hot Springs, AR Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Driving, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes