Mobile Equipment Operator 2 (Truck Driver Moving Specialist)

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); Vor Ort; USD 24.000 - 43.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Louisiana State University is seeking a dedicated team member for a Special Events and Moving crew in Baton Rouge. The role involves operating heavy moving equipment, loading and unloading materials, and supporting event setups across a large university campus.

Requires at least one year of mobile equipment operation and a valid Class D driver's license. Candidate supervision skills and ability to work flexible hours are essential; a driver may be called for emergencies and weekend events.

Qualifikationen

• One year of mobile equipment operation experience.
• Class D driver's license required.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate laborers during moves and event setups.

Aufgaben

• Operate stake bed or flat bed trucks to transport materials and equipment.
• Direct loading and unloading of vehicles and inventory control.
• Oversee Laborers, Helpers and Custodians in moving for events and setups.
• Operate boom truck, forklifts and scissor lifts safely.
• Move surplus property between campus warehouses and verify deliveries.
• Advise supervision on rigging loads, manpower and equipment needs.
• Assist with furniture assembly and event setup.

Kenntnisse

Mobile equipment operation

Supervisory experience

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Boom truck

Forklifts

Scissor lifts

Jobbeschreibung

Works on a Special Events and Moving crew which provides logistical and labor support for the moving of University Departments, assists individuals, academic departments and other University groups with logistical support for special events, programs and other activities within major State University, with over 30,000 students and 4,500 full time faculty and staff. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, however, extended hours and weekends may be required in order to meet the needs of the University. **Job Responsibilities**Operates stakes body or flat bed trucks with a GVW rating of 10,000 to 26,000 pounds to transport various material, equipment, office furnishing, chemical drums and other materials as required for the operation of the university. On occasion may also operate smaller vehicles such as van, pick up trucks or enclosed trucks. -**30%** Directs and oversees the loading and unloading of vehicles, material handling, moving office furnishings and performs all the same functions as Laboring personnel involved these services.-**25%** Exercise functional supervision over Laborers, Helpers, Mobile Equipment Operator 1 's and Custodians 1's and 2's involved in providing moving and hauling services, setting up for special events, moving University Department, moving heavy research and laboratory equipment. Must have a working knowledge material handling and related moving equipment, handling heavy loads, handling office furnishings and computer and other materials and equipment found on a large University, May also supervise student workers in this capacity.-**15%** Operates a boom truck with a boom rating 8,000 pounds and GVW rating 22,000 pounds. Operates forklifts and scissors lifts with lifting capacity over 10,000 pounds or lift height of 12 feet. Uses safety cages, forklift extender as necessary. Will do power washing.**-10%** Pick-up, loads and delivers surplus property to the University Property warehouse and the State Property Control warehouse. Verifies the correctness of delivers and pick-ups by checking University equipment tag numbers against the property control forms and paper works. Checks work done by laboring personnel to ensure correctness and maintain inventory control.**-5%** Make recommendation to supervision and management regarding rigging of loads, moving material, including technique, man-power and special equipment required**-5%** Sets up and assembles multi-sectional staging from 1O\" to 42\" high and risers by doing the actual work or directing the efforts of laboring personnel. Inspects completed work to ensure that it is safe, functional and capable of supporting the intended personnel or activity**-5%** Exercise functional supervision over laboring personnel performing a wide variety if miscellaneous physical labor functions as required to maintain the efficient operation of the University. Assists as required and performs all the same functions as laboring personnel. Assembles furniture, special events set up, Modular Office systems, shelving and other items using hand tools. Make minor repairs on special events furniture. Other duties as assigned**.-5%** **Additional Information**This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04. This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18. This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required. **Minimum Qualifications**One year of experience in mobile equipment operations. **Minimum Certifications/Licenses**Class D Driver's License **Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details****http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=103440** **Range** **Minimum/SER:** $17.18/hr.**1st Quartile:** $20.62/hr.**Midpoint:** $24.05/hr.**3rd Quartile:** $27.49/hr.**Maximum:** $30.92/hr. Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.## Additional Job Description:## Competencies:None## Special Instructions:Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Thomas Wilcox at [e-mail].**Skills Needed:****Preferred Skills:**A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.## Posting Date:October 19, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):November 2, 2026