HEAVY MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

The University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Rhode Island in Kingston is seeking a Heavy Motor Equipment Operator. You will operate, maintain and repair a range of heavy construction equipment and ensure proper servicing including fuel, oil and grease. A valid RI Commercial Driver's License is required.

Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with duties in the Recycling Department and potential light vehicle operation as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state laws pertaining to operation of motor vehicles on highways.
• Experience operating heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on heavy equipment.
• Familiarity with general construction and maintenance methods for highways.
• Must possess RI Commercial Driver's License as required.

Responsabilités

• Operate, adjust, service and maintain a variety of heavy construction equipment (bulldozers, graders, road rollers, etc.).
• Report needed repairs and keep equipment clean and properly serviced (fuel, oil, grease, water, air).
• Occasionally perform emergency minor repairs and operate light vehicles when required.
• May supervise or direct one or more laborers as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Connaissances

Heavy equipment operation

Emergency repairs

Construction knowledge

Maintenance skills

State vehicle operation laws

Formation

Eight grades of schooling

Description du poste

80 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881

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

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS AN ACTIVE COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number CS02335

Job Title

Job Title HEAVY MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Position Number

Position Number 4996

FTE

FTE 1.00

FLSA

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $23.96 - $25.04

Salary Range

Pay Grade Level Grade 314G

Position Type

Union

Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)

Status

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Restriction or Limitation Reason

End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department

Department Recycling

Contact(s)

Sean Nelson
Talen Acquisition
Office of Human Resource Administration
80 Lower College Road
Kingston, RI 02881

Contact Phone/Extension

Contact Phone/Extension 401-874-5269

Contact Email

Contact Email [e-mail]

Physical Demands

At time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Campus Location

Campus Location Kingston

Building(s)

Grant Funded

Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : To operate, adjust, service and maintain a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, except power shovels, such as: graders, bulldozers, road rollers, power sweepers, hydro-cranes, front end loaders, and truck and trailer units, etc: and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Receives specific instructions from a superior who assigns duties and indicates work methods and schedules. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Usually none, although occasionally may direct the work of one or more manual laborers.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED : To operate, adjust, service and maintain a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, except power shovels, such as: graders, bulldozers, road rollers, power sweepers, hydro-cranes, front end loaders, and truck and trailer units, etc. To be responsible for: the motor equipment assigned for performing tasks; reporting necessary repairs; keeping equipment clean; and maintaining proper servicing, such as fuel, oil, grease, water and air. Occasionally, to make emergency minor repairs to equipment. As required: to operate equipment such as light trucks, compressors, and other light equipment; or to work as a Motor Equipment Operator; or to perform manual labor. To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT :
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND CAPACITIES : A thorough knowledge of the state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles on the highway; skill in the operation and routine maintenance of all types of heavy motorized equipment, particularly bulldozers, graders, hydro-cranes and similar types of heavy equipment; a familiarity with general construction and maintenance methods employed on highways and other public works; the ability to make ordinary emergency repairs to heavy construction motor equipment; and related capacities and abilities
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : EDUCATION : Such as may have been gained through completion of eight school grades; and
EXPERIENCE : Such as may have been gained through employment as an operator of heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment and trucks such as are used in highway maintenance and construction. OR: any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Possession of the proper operator’s license issued in conformance to requirements of the Rhode Island Registry of Motor Vehicles to operate above-described equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Work Hours

6:00 AM to 2:30 PM —Monday through Friday
Days Off: Saturday & Sunday

Posting Date

Posting Date 11/04/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 11/13/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS AN ACTIVE COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE .

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a State employee who is a member of AFSCME/Council 94?
  • Yes--IF YES, I understand that if I am the most senior lateral transfer bidder, fully qualified and in good standing, that I MUST ACCEPT THIS POSITION.
  • No
• * Do you currently possess a valid RI Commercial Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you completed eight school grades?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you gained experience through employment as an operator of heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment and trucks as are used in highway maintenance and construction?
  • Yes
  • No