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Greencroft Communities

Grounds- Summer Job

Walnut Creek, OH

$14 - $17.75/hr

Note: this position is not eligible for benefits and is considered a temporary status, generally 8 ... Operate grounds maintenance power equipment including tractor, mowers, trucks, chipper, stump ...

Greencroft Communities

Grounds- Summer Job

Walnut Creek, OH · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Note: this position is not eligible for benefits and is considered a temporary status, generally 8 ... Operate grounds maintenance power equipment including tractor, mowers, trucks, chipper, stump ...

Greencroft Communities

Grounds- Summer Job

Walnut Creek, OH

$14 - $17.75/hr

Note: this position is not eligible for benefits and is considered a temporary status, generally 8 ... Operate grounds maintenance power equipment including tractor, mowers, trucks, chipper, stump ...

Leon County, FL

Equipment Operator

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$37K - $61K/yr

Temporary assignments may be given to various work crews to perform non-routine tasks. DIFFICULTY ... brush chipper, stump grinder, back hoe, front end loader, rollers, and/or concrete mixer.

Leon County, FL

Sr. Maintenance Technician

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$35K - $58K/yr

Operates bush chipper. Operates bushhog. Operates slope mower and positract. Operates stump grinder ... DIFFICULTY The position adheres to established guidelines, policies, and operating procedures and ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator I - 007353

Heavy Equipment Operator I - 007353

University of South Alabama

Mobile, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operates solid waste collection trucks and other vehicles or motorized equipment throughout campus areas and off campus following appropriate safety procedures.

  • Performs preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment including checking and adding fluids, changing tires, and cleaning.

  • Operates equipment such as loaders, backhoes, and excavators to dig ditches, build berms and swales, and load materials onto trucks.

University Of South Alabama rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
007353
Position Title
Heavy Equipment Operator I - 007353
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
173640 - Grounds
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, one year of experience in the operation of a variety of heavy equipment in the construction and maintenance fields, and possession of a valid driver's license 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 I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Operates solid waste collection truck and other vehicles/motorized equipment throughout campus areas and off campus, as required, following appropriate safety procedures.
  • Loads bagged trash and solid waste from assigned pick-up points into truck and unloads at designated transfer station.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment to include checking level of and adding fuel, water, grease, oil, and air, checking brakes and brake fluid levels, changing tires, and cleaning interior and exterior.
  • Operates a loader, backhoe, skid steer, mowers, lull lift, light duty dump truck, and excavator to dig ditches, build berms and swales and loads sand, soil, gravel and rocks on trucks following appropriate safety procedures.
  • Performs tree felling and brush clearing using a variety of equipment to include a chainsaw, hydraulic tree spade, and high speed chipper/grinder.
  • Assists with construction projects to include concrete walks, retaining walls and drainage systems, and assists with grounds maintenance as 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
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
01/30/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days
Monday - Friday
Working Hours
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Location
Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time
Regular or Temporary
Regular

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