Senior Heavy Equipment Operator, Campus Maintenance

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Contributions up to 8%

Tuition assistance including Purdue Gl

Comprehensive Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking an Equipment and Materials Operator, Senior in West Lafayette to operate heavy equipment for campus projects, gravel pits, and utility repairs. You will help maintain streets, roads, parking areas, and signage while supporting snow removal across campus facilities.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and 4+ years of relevant heavy equipment experience, plus licenses and certifications as listed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., backhoe, bulldozer, trucks, loader) are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in support of University department projects, gravel pit operations, and utility repairs.
• Assist with campus street signage and pavement markings.
• Support snow removal operations for campus streets, roads, parking lots, parking garages, and airport facilities.

Skills

Driver's License

CDL Class B

CDL eligibility

Excavations certification

FAA Certification

Leadership & communication

Verbal & written instructions

Maps & blueprints

Preventative maintenance

Basic computer skills

Heavy lifting 100 lbs

Climb in/out of equipment

Outdoor work 90%+

Campus buildings knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Purdue University is seeking an Equipment and Materials Operator, Senior in West Lafayette to operate heavy equipment for campus projects, gravel pits, and utility repairs. You will help maintain streets, roads, parking areas, and signage while supporting snow removal across campus facilities.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and 4+ years of relevant heavy equipment experience, plus licenses and certifications as listed.