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Job Location drjobs

Fayetteville - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 36300 - 39930

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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Closing Date:

04/18/2025


Type of Position:

Skilled Crafts and Trades


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Fayetteville

Founded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via the
Disability Accommodations OEOC University of Arkansas (uark) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.


Department:

Grounds Landscaping D


Departments Website:

of Job Duties:The Heavy Equipment Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment such as tractors trailers gasoline shovels backhoes frontend loaders and dump trucks and other heavy mechanized equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Regular reliable and nondisruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma

  • At least one year of experience in operating heavy mechanized construction and maintenance equipment or in a related area

  • Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least two or more years of experience in operating heavy mechanized construction and maintenance equipment or in a related area

  • CDL License

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of procedures for operating heavy complex mechanized equipment in accord with manual safety regulations and other instructions

  • Knowledge of the operation of heavy equipment driving and moving mechanized equipment

  • Ability to operate heavy complex mechanized equipment

  • Ability to service and perform minor maintenance on heavy equipment

  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions and explanations

  • Skill in the operation of heavy equipment

  • Knowledge of CMMS/Work Order system usage mobile technology

  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Programs including email and spreadsheets


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

$36300 $39930 Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) Proof of Veteran Status


Recruitment Contact Information:

Caitlin Hughes Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist & Crystal Ellis Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Preemployment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Motor Vehicle Reports Check Sex Offender Registry Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


Constant Physical Activity:

N/A


Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A


Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A


Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Employment Type

Full-Time

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