Equipment Operator II

Job Title:Equipment Operator IIPhysical Location:Kent Campus - Kent OHSalary:$22.39 - $23.36(6 month rate)Basic Function:Maintains campus grounds to include snow and ice management lawn maintenance landscaping leaf collection excavation tree-work etc. Provides functional guidance to Equipment Operator Is. Reports to Groundskeeping Supervisor or other designee.Additional Basic Function if applicable:Examples of Duties:Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following:Operates equipment such as backhoe excavator compact tracked/skid steer loader zero turn mower compact tractors UTVs full size tractors dump trucks snow plows leaf collector front-end loaders hydro-seeder refuse trucks bucket truck street sweeper.Provides functional guidance to Equipment Operator Is employees in a lower pay grade or student employees as needed; may train and instruct on proper work procedures assign and monitor work activities and coordinate workflow and schedule to ensure deadlines are met and priorities are recognized; may participate in training new departmental employees and other university staff (e.g. CDL).May work with university contractors.Performs snow and ice management to include spreading salt or sand plowing snow pre-treating hardscape.Maintains campus lawns to include mowing and repairing grass (hydro-seeding) and slope mowing.Creates or reduces landscape beds apply chemicals hardscape repair and installation.Collects and blows leaves.Assists in excavation work to include shoring labor measuring/spotting and utility location.Plants trims and remove trees.Cleans and repairs streets cleans catch basins and exterior drains.Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment checks and services equipment; greases and oils machinery; checks tires and lights.Serves as first response to support utility failures and/or repairs (e.g. failures in water lines steam lines storm water piping sanitary piping electrical lines/conduit any and all utility support equipment and structures).Performs general labor and maintenance functions; loads and unloads freight; rigging; arranges stock in warehouse; repairs guardrails; moves equipment. May use transit for setting grades. May drive a truck with tow trailer to haul equipment and supplies to pick up and deliver materials equipment and personnel.Performs traffic control for roadway utility and tree work zones.Performs departmental related duties as assigned.Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:Minimum Qualifications:A high school diploma or GED. A minimum of two years of experience operating earthmoving (excavator) tracked (skid steer) snow management (dump truck with spreader) specialty (street sweeper) and other motorized equipment used in construction repair and maintenance of campus grounds and facilities. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the operating backhoes. May be required to work varied hours and shifts to include evenings weekends and holidays.License/Certification:Must possess valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with proper endorsements and safe driving record to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Ohio Revised Code or obtain as soon as possible with extension up to 6 months from date of will be subject to controlled substance/alcohol testing in positions where such is required by federal regulations.Knowledge Of:Appropriate safety practices *Excavation procedures and best practicesChainsaw operation and maintenanceGroundskeepingLandscapingSkill In:Interpersonal communication to effectively interact with University personnel and public (e.g. to transmit work directives explain excavation procedures to other team members) *Operating and maintaining various types of grounds maintenance equipment (e.g. mower tractor chain saw sod cutter rotary tiller snow thrower dump truck refuse truck street sweeper tracked skid steer front end loader bucket truck backhoe excavator hydro-seeder etc.) *Use of hand and power tools *Utilizing mobile and stationary computer devices for data input (e.g. iPad iPod laptop desktop)Ability To:Carry out or assist in implementing changesLift up to 100 pounds *Manage time effectively and set priorities *Operate two-way radio *Perform basic mathematics (e.g. add subtract multiply and divide whole numbers fractions and decimals and to calculate area and volume and percentages calculate and estimate materials ) *Perform maintenance within the scope of operators/owners manualRead and interpret building documents including construction drawings *Write (e.g. work orders and logs) and accurately follow oral written and graphic instructions * Train and provide effective work direction to other employees *Work varied hours and shifts to include evenings weekends and holidaysWork independently and with a teamPromote customer servicePreferred Qualifications if applicable:One year of lead or working supervisor experience over an excavation crew.Assessments:Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:Works primarily outdoors; exposed to variable temperatures and weather conditions dirt dust grease steam chemicals loud equipment noise odors and potentially dangerous equipment (e.g. back hoes); requires considerable physical exertion to include frequent lifting of up to 75 pounds (e.g. jackhammer bags of salt) and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds (e.g. to attach implements); may work varied hours and shifts to include evenings weekends and holidays; requires on- and off-campus travel.Working Schedule:Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; however schedule may vary to meet departmental needs.Additional Information:Must pass a security check.Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind.For official job descriptions visit Kent State University is a Smoke-Free Tobacco-Free University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco is not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities. Key Skills Mechanic Experience,Crane,caterpillar,Construction Experience,Heavy Equipment Operation,Water Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Paving,Dozer,Equipment Repair,Excavator,Front Loader Truck Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 22 - 23