What You'll be Doing:

Operate heavy equipment in support of University Department Projects, Gravel Pit Operations, utility repairs and perform all duties related to the maintenance, construction/repair of campus streets, roads, parking lots and parking garages.  Assist with all duties related to street signage and markings on campus.  Assist with snow removal on campus streets, roads, parking lots, garages, and airport facility.

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Join Purdue University and enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support you and your family:

• Paid Leave – Holidays, vacation, sick leave, military leave, and more
• Retirement Contributions – Up to 8% of your annual income
• Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved one

What We’re Looking For:                                                                                                     

Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years relevant work experience operating heavy equipment required. (i.e., backhoe, bulldozer, 1 1/2-ton trucks, front end loader etc.)

Skills needed:

• Valid US Driver’s License
• Ability To Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) Within 90 Days of Hire
• Maintain A CDL License, Including Successful Completion of Required Medical Examinations
• Ability to obtain Competent Person Certification for excavations
• FAA Certification in Airport Safety and Snow Removal
• Leadership Abilities
• Good Verbal Communication Skills
• Ability To Give Verbal and Written Instructions
• Ability To Read and Interpret Maps, Blueprints and Schematics
• Preventative Maintenance of Heavy Equipment
• Computer skills
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 100 lbs. frequently
• Extreme visual concentration
• Ability to work outdoors 90% of the time or more
• Ability to climb in and out of equipment frequently daily
• Position requires working in all types of weather conditions, manual dexterity and coordination for equipment operation, frequent sitting on equipment

What is helpful:

• Knowledge of campus buildings and locations

Career Stream

• Administrative and Operational Support 3
• Pay Band: S050
• Job Code: 20003897