Heavy Equipment Operator II

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, three years of experience in the operation of a variety of heavy equipment in construction and maintenance work, one of which involved concrete work, possession of a valid commercial driver’s license with Class B endorsement and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s Grounds department is seeking to hire a Heavy Equipment Operator II. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Safely operates solid waste collection truck throughout campus areas and off campus if required.
• Safely operates other vehicles and motorized equipment as required in the performance of assigned duties.
• Loads bagged trash and solid waste from assigned pick-up points into truck and unloads at designated transfer station.
• Collects waste from outside containers.
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment, to include checking level of and adding fuel, water, grease, oil and air, checking brakes and brake fluid level, changing tires, cleaning interior and washing exterior.
• Safely operates a loader, backhoe, bull dozer, lull lift, skid steer, and excavator in digging ditches, building berms and swales.
• Loads sand, soil, gravel, and rock on trucks.
• Performs manual labor incidental to the operation to which assigned.
• May be required to operate a chain saw in association with tree felling and brush clearance.
• Operates a dump truck up to 24 cubic yards.
• Operates hydraulic tree spade and high speed chipper / grinder.
• Uses transit to shoot grades for drainage and construction projects.
• Assists with various grounds construction projects such as concrete work, retaining walls and drainage projects.
• Assists other departments with trenching, excavation, rock work and dirt work as needed.
• May be required to operate mowers of various types.
• Assists with Ground’s maintenance when needed.
• Travels to various work sites using a University vehicle.
• Moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work. PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year. Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date. Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason, such as illness, accident or maternity. After a seven-day waiting period, it provides a 60-percent wage replacement, up to $1,000 per week for 90 days. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary. Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents. Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment. Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner. Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free. Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.