Equipment and Materials Operator, Senior

Job DescriptionWhat You'll be Doing:Operate heavy equipment in support of University department projects, gravel pit operations, and utility repairs. Perform duties related to the maintenance, construction, and repair of campus streets, roads, parking lots, and parking garages. Assist with campus street signage and pavement markings. Support snow removal operations for campus streets, roads, parking lots, parking garages, and airport facilities.Apply Today!BenefitsJoin a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus running smoothly and looking its best year-round, and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leaveRetirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual incomeEducational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthyLife Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved onesWhat We're Looking ForEducation and ExperienceQualified Candidates Will NeedHigh School Diploma or equivalent4+ years of relevant work experience operating heavy equipment required. (I.e., backhoe, bulldozer, 1 1/2 ton trucks, front end loader etc.)Skills NeededValid U.S. Driver’s LicenseAbility to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class B) within 90 days of hireAbility to maintain CDL eligibility, including successful completion of required medical examinationsAbility to obtain Competent Person Certification for excavationsAbility to obtain FAA Certification in Airport Safety and Snow RemovalStrong leadership and verbal communication skillsAbility to provide verbal and written instructionsAbility to read and interpret maps, blueprints, and schematicsKnowledge of preventative maintenance procedures for heavy equipmentBasic computer skillsAbility to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds frequentlyAbility to climb in and out of equipment multiple times dailyAbility to work outdoors 90% or more of the time in all weather conditionsPosition requires manual dexterity, coordination, prolonged sitting during equipment operation, and strong visual concentrationKnowledge of campus buildings and locations preferredWhat We’d Like You To KnowTo learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HEREPurdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check will be required for employment in this position FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime) Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan Career StreamAdministrative and Operational Support 3 (S3)Pay Band: S050Job Code: 20003897Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/Who We ArePurdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.Equal Opportunity EmployerPurdue University is an EA/EO employer.