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Temporary - Equipment Operator CL1 - Three positions

University of Maine, Orono, Maine, us, 04473

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Base pay range $21.20/hr – $21.20/hr

Statement of the Job 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.

About The University 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. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

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.

Qualifications Required

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

Preferred

Experience working in an institutional setting

Class A or B license

Experience working in the construction industry

Other Information 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 at jodi.munster@maine.edu or 207‑581‑2688.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469‑5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469‑5794, or call 207.581.4053.

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