Equip Oper S06

NOT AVAILABLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP

Operates a wide variety of landscape maintenance and/or landscape construction equipment including commercial trucks and tractors under 25,000 lbs., skid steer, backhoe, commercial mowers, and dump trucks in order to support campus grounds activities. Performs manual labor for general landscape maintenance and/or landscape construction tasks, including turf / shrub/ and tree  maintenance/installation , litter control, sidewalk and roadway maintenance/repair, snow removal, and other duties as assigned. Promptly reports unsafe conditions or damage to campus landscape, equipment, or facilities.

 Subject to call-in twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week to handle emergencies (especially snow emergencies). Subject to shift changes and extended working hours (including nights, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) to meet seasonal work demands. Subject to working in weather related extremes of heat and cold for extended periods of time. May come into contact with sewage and dead animals. Regular exposure to bees and pollen.

This position is covered by the UAW Collective Bargaining Agreement. At the end of the probationary period employees will be required to pay union dues per Article 1 of the agreement. Starting rate of pay for an S06 is $24.75.

All employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, integrity; and supporting inclusive and sustainable practices in carrying out everyday responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years experience with landscape maintenance, landscape construction in a commercial or high volume residential landscape setting.
• This includes a minimum of two years experience operating motorized landscape, landscape construction, and snow removal equipment.
• Valid motor vehicle operator license required.
• Ability to read and interpret Utility and Construction documents.
• Experience with computer software: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, email.
• Must have experience in leading teams and temporary staff.
• Excellent interpersonal (oral and written) skills in order to interact with a diverse range of people.
• Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• A strong customer service orientation while providing a helpful and friendly approach to serving the campus community.
• Is motivated to learn and takes initiative to be proactive.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing independent judgment and problem solving to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal training or degree in Ornamental Horticulture, Arboriculture, IPM, and/or equipment operation desirable.
• Related certifications and credentials desirable (Certified Arborist, Turf Technician)

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University Job Title:

Equip Oper S06

Job Family:

United Auto Workers

Level:

S06

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

Refer to Union Pay Rates Link Below

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Carson Lopez

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2024-11-26