C260006 - Construction Equipment Operator - Grounds

Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the

NY HELPS

Program. NY HELP No The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency University at Buffalo The job title for the vacancy. Title C260006

• Construction Equipment Operator
• Grounds The job title for the vacancy. Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit. Salary Grade 08 The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned. Bargaining Unit OSU
• Operational Services Unit (CSEA) The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.

Salary Range From $40391 to $40391 Annually Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Contingent Permanent Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0% This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time. Hours Per Week 40 Workday The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 6 AM The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 2:30 AM If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No The county in which the vacancy is located. County Erie The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address XXX The city where the vacancy is located. City Buffalo The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). State NY The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code 14214 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.

Duties Description Position Summary:

The University at Buffalo is currently seeking Construction Equipment Operators within Campus Operations. In this role as a Construction Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the operation, routine servicing, loading and unload of large motor vehicles as well as the removal of snow and ice during the snow season. In this position, you will be responsible for the following:

• Operating large garbage packers, backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, tractors, snow & ice removal equipment, and other grounds maintenance equipment at least one third of the work time.
• Assisting with spraying, turf repair, fertilizing, grass cutting, pruning and planting projects
• Driving large delivery vehicles, loading and unloading, and transporting freight
• Routine service on motorized/ non-motorized vehicles and equipment which includes changing tires, lubrication, check and add fluids, install/remove snow plows, and perform minor repairs
• Moving cargo on and off vehicles
• Removing snow and ice from paved surfaces
• Performing manual labor associated with maintaining campus grounds This position is defined as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject pre employment and random alcohol and drug testing under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a valid Class B Commercial Drivers License without an air brake restriction.
• Must have tanker endorsement by the time of employment.
• You are required to create a Clearinghouse account as part of your application.
• One year of full-time experience in the operation of appropriate equipment in support of grounds maintenance, highway maintenance, parks maintenance, or similar operation.

Departmental Operation Needs:

• Maintain a valid

NYS CDL B

driver license w tanker/airbrake endorsement.

• Ability to operate a forklift, front loader and a vehicle with a GVWR of 26,000 pounds; including moving loads or equipment, traveling and maneuvering of vehicle and safety pre-operation inspections of vehicles.
• Operating riding lawn mower equipment, front loaders, dump trucks and tractors in a safe and efficient manner.
• Seasonal changes in duties will cause shift changes based on seniority, resulting in individuals being placed on second (3:00 p.m.
• 11:30 p.m.) and/or third shift (11:30 p.m.
• 8:00 a.m.).
• Must be willing to work overtime for snow removal and other seasonal requirements.

Physical Demands:

Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Frequently transports boxes, materials, and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus utilizing provided tools. Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical tasks, including frequent work in various weather conditions. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name John White The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 716-264-3299 The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address jpwhite3@buffalo.edu Address The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street XXX The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Buffalo The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 14214 Instructions for potential applicants. Notes on Applying Applications for this position will only be accepted online. To apply, please visit: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/60927