Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Details

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Working Title Equine Center Facilities Manager

Position # A01129

Department Farm Administration

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Employment Status:

Full time (29-40 Hrs)

Type of Employment:

Staff

of openings:

1

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

$27,500.00

Closing:

6/11/26

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment, such as tractors, trailers, gasoline shovels, backhoes, front-end loaders, and dump trucks and other heavy mechanized equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Mowing at the University Farm

• Equine arena and barn maintenance

• Equipment maintenance

• Equipment operator

• Horse care

• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of procedures for operating heavy, complex, mechanized equipment in accord with manual, safety regulations, and other instructions.

Knowledge of the operation of heavy equipment, driving, and moving mechanized equipment.

Ability to operate heavy, complex mechanized equipment.

Ability to service and perform minor maintenance on heavy equipment.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions and explanations.

Skill in the operation of heavy equipment.

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Additional hours as requested and/or need

Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date.

This position is considered Essential Personnel in Facilities Management.

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of a High School Diploma.

Two (2) years of experience in operating heavy, mechanized construction and maintenance equipment or a related area.

Preferred to possess a valid Driver's License.

Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.

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