Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator in Marquette

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Department: Plant Operations

Term of Assignment: Continuing

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt = overtime eligible

Work Schedule: 5 month position (November-March); variable schedule depending on weather conditions; typical schedule will be 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Salary: Hourly rate: $22.67 starting; $23.81 working

Travel: Less than 10%

Brief Statement of Duties: Under general supervision, engage in snow plowing and ice control activities, vehicle/equipment operation and maintain outdoor facilities, streets, parking lots, sidewalks and grounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required Education: High School Graduation or Equivalent
• Required Specialized Training/Certifications: Must possess a valid Michigan CDL Category B with Air Brakes.
• Required Minimum Work Experience: Two years of full-time experience in operating various types of heavy equipment such as heavy trucks and front end loaders
• One year of commercial snow plowing experience.
• Must successfully pass Michigan Department of Transportation physical.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties:

• Knowledge: General knowledge of grounds maintenance including heavy equipment operation, snow removal and ice control.
• Skills: Efficient heavy equipment operation and precision control.
• Ability to pass relevant oral, written or performance testing.
• Physical capability to perform all duties and responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Strong oral communication skills to effectively deal with a broad variety of people.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and good judgment; able to effectively analyze situations and solve problems.
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize, plan work, and handle multiple tasks.
• Demonstrate effective experience dealing with the public.

Attributes: Conscientious and self-motivated.

• High standards for self and others.
• Collegial and congenial.
• Works well with others, is a team player.
• Reliable.
• Resourceful.
• Remains calm in stressful situations.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• Completion of NMU HEO Training Program.
• Completion of commercial driver's school.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit application, cover letter, resume and references

Contact Information: Brenda Bickler, Employment Specialist, 906-227-2114

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.