Heavy Equipment Operator

Purpose of Job

Under general supervision of the Assistant Supervisor of Grounds, to perform a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks involving the operation, servicing, and maintenance of heavy automotive and/or related construction equipment; and/or to perform other maintenance duties in the Public Works area, as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities

•Operate heavy automotive machinery, such as trucks, tractors, and similar vehicles.
•Operate construction equipment, including dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, and bulldozers.
•Operate sanitation equipment including refuse packers and street sweepers.
•Report under emergency conditions, such as utility breaks and snow removal, as required.

Essential Job Functions

The ability to perform a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks involving the operation, servicing, and maintenance of heavy automotive and/or related construction equipment; and/or to perform other maintenance duties for the university.

Qualifications

•Three years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment or related to work.
•Knowledge of and skill to use heavy equipment for various maintenance jobs.
•Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Licensing and Certifications

None

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

•Knowledge of safe working practices.
•Knowledge of the usage and operations of various kinds of heavy equipment.
•Perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks as directed.
•Ability to work in all types of weather.

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas

No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds

Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds

Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds

Occasionally

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds

Occasionally

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds

Occasionally

Travel

Not Required

Extended Work Hours

Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S811

Number of Vacancies

1

Location

Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

05/13/2022

Close Date

06/14/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA / ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.

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