Temporary - Equipment Operator CL- Three positions

Temporary - Equipment Operator CL1 - Three positions

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$21.20/hr – $21.20/hr

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Transporting materials between locations.
• Collecting materials in assigned vehicle, such as recyclables and waste.
• Moving materials and equipment for larger projects.
• Utilizing equipment to remove snow.
• Performing manual labor associated with the assigned task or responsibility.
• Mowing assigned lawns and fields.
• Planting, watering, and clipping assigned gardens and landscaping.
• Performing basic grounds activities, such as digging.
• Utilizing equipment to perform seasonal or regular maintenance.
• Adhering to safety procedures, including reporting mechanical and/or safety issues.
• Operating equipment in a safe and effective manner and in accordance with state and national motor vehicle licensing requirements.
• Plowing snow and sanding; filling potholes; spreading loam or gravel to assist in maintenance, repair and construction of parking lots, sidewalks, roads, and lawns.

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea, and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System’s flagship institution. UMaine is the state’s public research university and a Carnegie R1 top‑tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation, and the world.

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The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees, including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

• Valid Maine commercial driver’s license
• Customer service principles
• Procedures for operating, inspecting, maintaining, and storing assigned equipment
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation
• Understanding of occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for proper operation of assigned motorized equipment
• Use of assigned tools/equipment
• Procedures and techniques involved in assigned work processes
• Providing exemplary customer service
• Operating assigned tools and motorized equipment safely and effectively
• Performing heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, often under unfavorable conditions
• Identifying equipment malfunctions
• Performing cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• Maintaining records and reports as required
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, students, and the general public
• Physical capability to perform tasks requiring talking, hearing, seeing, and considerable use of arms and legs, including lifting up to 50 pounds frequently, or handling forces more than 50 pounds with assistance

• Experience working in an institutional setting
• Class A or B license
• Experience working in the construction industry

To be considered for this position, you will need to Apply and upload the documentation listed below:

• A cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
• A resume or curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Jodi Munster ster or 207‑581‑2688.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

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