HEAVY MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (URI)

University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rhode Island is seeking a Heavy Motor Equipment Operator I to operate and maintain a range of heavy machinery on campus in Kingston. The role requires CDL A/B, Excavating and Hoisting licenses and a minimum of one year of relevant experience.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, with responsibilities including equipment maintenance, snow/ice removal, and assisting with drainage, landscaping, and utility projects on URI property.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of experience operating heavy diesel/gasoline equipment over 26,000 lbs.
• Must hold and maintain CDL Class A or B.
• Must hold Excavating and Hoisting Licenses.
• Must comply with USDOT regulations and pass a physician's certification.
• Physically capable to perform required duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, service and maintain heavy construction equipment.
• Operate mowers/tractors with attachments to control vegetation on URI property.
• Assist in loading/unloading materials and performing routine maintenance.
• Work under supervision with beat timing from a supervisor.
• Report necessary repairs and comply with safety practices.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Physical fitness

CDL knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Excavating License

Hoisting License

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number CS02336 Job Title HEAVY MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (URI) Position Number 4996 FTE 1.00 FLSA Pay Rate Salary Range $54,686 - $61,176 Pay Grade Level Grade 20A Position Type Professional Staff Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint) Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent Restriction or Limitation Reason End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department Recycling Contact(s)

Sean Nelson

Talent Acquisition, Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension 401-874-5269 Contact Email [e-mail] Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Building(s) Grant Funded Extension Contingent on Funding Date Extension Contingency Notes Duties and Responsibilities

General Statement Of Duties

Within the University of Rhode Island (URI), to operate, adjust, service and maintain a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, occasionally make emergency minor repairs to equipment, and report necessary repairs; to operate mowers or tractors with attached rotary, gang, sickle or other type cutters to control vegetation in ditches, medians athletic fields, campus landscapes, farms and other areas on property owned by URI; 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: Within the University of Rhode Island (URI), to operate, adjust, service and maintain a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, occasionally make emergency minor repairs to equipment, and report necessary repairs; to operate mowers or tractors with attached rotary, gang, sickle or other type cutters to control vegetation in ditches, medians athletic fields, campus landscapes, farms and other areas on property owned by URI; and to do related work as required.

To operate mowers or tractors with attached rotary, gang, sickle or other type cutters to control vegetation in ditches, medians athletic fields, campus landscapes, farms and other areas on property owned by URI.

To operate power sweeper for cleaning sidewalks, roadways and parking areas.

As required, to operate pneumatic and hydraulic powered tools in the performance of maintenance work. To load road salt necessary for the removal of snow and ice and spread abrasive and de-icing chemicals on roads, parking lots and walkway surfaces.

As required, to load and unload materials such as construction materials, parts, supplies, abrasives and deicing chemicals. To mount and dismount special equipment such as plow gear, sanders other attachments as needed. To assist in various drainage and utility installations, landscape construction, professional tree work, the installation and removal of fencing and signage, dumpster maintenance, and other upgrades and repairs on URI property as directed by a supervisor.

To perform the functions of this classification in a variety of environmental and weather conditions.

To remove, dispose or bury dead animals from the campus property and bury dead farms animals at the universities maintained land, in accordance with standard health and safety practices.

As required, to operate various types of motor equipment such as trucks, compressors, and other construction-related equipment. To perform varied physical laboring tasks as required such as to shovel, rake, sweep and/or dig as directed by a supervisor.

As required, to operate brooms, shovels, and tampers to clean, fill, and compact material in road surfaces.

As required, to assist with routine and non-routine maintenance to all URI waterways.

As required, to assist in traffic control and flagging oncoming traffic to warn of work zone hazards and construction in progress.

As assigned, may assist with preventive building and facility maintenance work using appropriate tools of the skilled trades. To perform related work as required.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of one (1) year of employment as an operator of heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment, trucks or other heavy equipment (in excess of 26,000 lbs. GVW with airbrakes and manual transmissions). SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: At the time of appointment and continually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, must: 1. Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B. 2. Possess and maintain a valid Excavating Equipment License. 3. Possess and maintain a valid Hoisting License. 4. Maintain compliance with the USDOT Federal Regulations of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. 5. Be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles; skill in the operation and routine maintenance of all types of heavy motorized equipment; a familiarity with general construction and maintenance methods; the ability to make emergency minor repairs to heavy construction motor equipment; knowledge of the proper use of protective personal equipment such as respirators, safety goggles, reflective safety vest or jacket, etc.; and related capacities and abilities.

Education And Experience

Possession of a High School Diploma or GED including affiliated certificates, or graduation from a vocational program; and Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of employment as an operator of heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment, trucks or other heavy equipment (in excess of 26,000 lbs. GVW with airbrakes and manual transmissions). SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: At the time of appointment and continually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, must:

• Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B.
• Possess and maintain a valid Excavating Equipment License.
• Possess and maintain a valid Hoisting License.
• Maintain compliance with the USDOT Federal Regulations of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
• Be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Environmental Conditions Work Hours

Monday – Friday 6AM – 2:30PM

Posting Date 11/05/2026 Closing Date 11/14/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

At the time of appointment and continually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, must: 1. Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B.

• Possess and maintain a valid Excavating Equipment License.
• Possess and maintain a valid Hoisting License.
• Maintain compliance with the USDOT Federal Regulations of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
• Be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.