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Mobile Equipment Operator 2

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Louisiana State University

Baton Rouge, LA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Mobile Equipment Operator 2 Louisiana State University
  • 4.
1 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Field tractors Driver's License Full Job Description All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.
Job Posting Title:
Mobile Equipment Operator 2
Position Type:
Classified Department:
LSUAM FA
  • FPO•FS•Land•Turf•East Zone (Carlos J.
Selva (00082383))
Work Location:
0100
Landscape Services Building Pay Grade:
Job Description:
This position is required to primarily operate large mowers and tractors ranging in size from 25HP to 125HP on the campus of LSU at Baton Rouge. Ability to operate equipment safely around pedestrians, employees, and other traffic is a primary concern. A complete understanding of preventive maintenance and proper operation of these machines is required.
Job Responsibilities:
This position is required to primarily operate large mowers and tractors ranging in size from 25HP to 125HP on the campus of LSU at Baton Rouge. Ability to operate equipment safely around pedestrians, employees, and other traffic is a primary concern. A complete understanding of preventive maintenance and proper operation of these machines is required.
  • 75% Work with landscape crews and construction crews performing a variety of tasks necessary for grounds maintenance
  • 10% Perform necessary preventive maintenance, cleaning, greasing, minor repairs, and associated record keeping to maintain the equipment in a ready and safe state of operation. Position is required to maintain the equipment ready for inspection at any time.
  • 10% Other duties as assigned
  • 5%
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Special or Physical Qualifications:
This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per
PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per
PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18. This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.
Certifications/ Licenses:
Valid Driver's License Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:
http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?

JobCode=103440
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None Special Instructions:
Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Carlos Selva at .
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.
Posting Date:
June 29, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): July 13, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check
  • An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits
  • LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes,
RS:
17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.