TES Construction & Heavy Machine Operator

Auburn University; Alabama; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Construction & Heavy Machine Operator to support land and facilities management. This role involves operating various heavy machinery, executing construction duties, and maintaining equipment for the College of Agriculture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy machinery operation and construction practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects within a collaborative environment, ensuring the upkeep and improvement of university facilities. If you're passionate about construction and machinery, this is the perfect role for you!

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; experience with heavy machinery and construction practices preferred.
• Knowledge of welding and plumbing functions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for construction projects and perform maintenance tasks.
• Assist in planning and estimating construction projects and repairs.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Construction practices

Welding

Plumbing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractors

Backhoes

Bulldozers

Excavators

Forklifts

Semi-trucks

Job description

TES Construction & Heavy Machine Operator

Effective July 1, 2024, Auburn University will fully comply with the modifications made to the Fair Labor Standards Act’s minimum salary threshold for overtime pay. As a result of these changes, some positions which are currently designated as exempt will be re-designated as non-exempt. For more information on these changes, visit this link.

Effective October 1, 2024, Non-Faculty pay ranges will be updated to align with Auburn's fiscal year. Please note that the new ranges will reflect a slight increase. For Non-Faculty jobs: External postings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Postings with end dates are subject to close after 10 days.

Employment with Auburn University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Position Details

Position Information:

• Requisition Number: TES2710P
• Home Org Name: AES Land and Resource Mgmt
• Division Name: Agriculture Experiment Station
• Position Title: TES Construction & Heavy Machine Operator
• Estimated Hours Per Week: 30-40
• Anticipated Length of Assignment: NA

Job Summary: The individual selected for this position will assist with ongoing land and facilities management responsibilities for the College of Agriculture, including (but not limited to) construction duties, planning and completing projects, and operating heavy equipment and machinery. Temporary assignment to assist with ongoing general maintenance of College of Agriculture and AAES facilities and land/properties.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons including:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies

AU Students are not eligible for TES.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operates heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, trenchers, forklifts, etc. used for various construction projects on university property and may also drive semi-trucks.
• Excavates, grades, and resurfaces fields and surfaces at various job sites.
• Builds/renovates structures and support structures to include ponds, greenhouses, pole barns, and other buildings.
• Assists in the planning and estimating of department construction projects.
• May perform welding and plumbing functions in support of local facilities. Loads and transports materials from one location to another.
• May be occasionally required to travel for out of town and/or overnight work.
• May apply various pesticides to plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Repairs and maintains equipment and vehicles ensuring that they are in proper working condition.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in operating heavy machinery and/or construction practices

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge/experience within essential functions desired.

Salary Range

$15.00 - $25.00/hour

Work Hours

7:45 am - 4:45 pm (hours may vary)

City position is located in

Auburn

State position is located

Alabama

Posting Date

02/19/2025

Closing Date

EEO Statement: AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other

Supplemental Questions

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• * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?