Heavy Motor Equipment Mechanic / Operator

Heavy Motor Equipment Mechanic / Operator Posting Information Position Information Posting Number Posting Number CS00651 Position Title Position Title Heavy Motor Equipment Mechanic / Operator Division Division Administration and Finance Division Department Name Department Name Physical Plant Administration Position Type Position Type Staff – Classified General Statement of Duties To operate, adjust, service and repair a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, except power shovels, such as: graders, bulldozers, road rollers, power sweepers, hydrocranes, front end loaders, and truck and trailer units, etc.; and to do related work as required. Supervision Received Assignments of repair work or construction tasks are issued by a superior; work methods are subject to approval but not constantly supervised; work is subject to review upon completion for satisfactory results and conformity with technical requirements. Supervision Exercised Occasionally, may direct the work of assigned subordinates. Position Overview The Heavy Motor Equipment Mechanic/Operator operates, adjusts, services, and repairs a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, including graders, bulldozers, loaders, sweepers, hydrocranes, and truck and trailer units. The position performs major mechanical repairs, including engine, drivetrain, and front-end replacement; maintains and repairs water lines and systems; and uses heavy equipment to grade, repair, and resurface roads, parking lots, and paths. Working under general supervision, the employee is responsible for assigned equipment, maintains service records and reports, and may occasionally direct assigned staff in skilled maintenance work. Illustrative Examples of Work Performed To operate, adjust, service and maintain a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, such as: graders, bulldozers, front end loaders, power sweepers, hydrocranes, trucks and tractor trailer units, etc. To be responsible for assigned motor equipment, making necessary repairs and maintaining proper servicing. To repair or replace entire engines, drive trains, front ends of heavy equipment, i.e. power sweeps, front end loaders, trucks, four wheel drive off road vehicles. To be responsible for repair and/or replacement of water lines and water systems. To operate heavy equipment in the repair or replacement of the entire surface of parking lots and/or roads damaged from erosion or general use. As required, to operate equipment such as light trucks, compressors, and other light equipment; or to work as a Motor Equipment Operator. To grade all roads, parking lots, paths, with minimal supervision. As required, to supervise subordinates assigned to perform skilled maintenance. To keep records and make written or oral reports. To do related work as required. Education Such as may have been gained through: completion of twelve school grades, including or supplemented by courses in mechanics and vehicle repair. Experience Such as may have been gained through: employment requiring the operation and maintenance of heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment and trucks dealing with various phases of construction and maintenance. Or Combination of Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Additional Required Qualifications Knowledges Skills and Capacities A working knowledge of the methods, practices and tools used in maintaining heavy construction and maintenance equipment; a working knowledge of the methods and practices used in the repair or replacement of water lines and water systems; a working knowledge of the methods and means used to repair or replace the surface of parking lots and roads; the ability to grade roads, parking lots and paths, with minimal supervision; the ability to perform tasks with mechanical aptitude; the ability to understand and follow instructions; the ability to prepare and keep simple records and to make reports; demonstrated ability to repair or replace entire engines, drive trains, and front ends of heavy equipment, i.e. power sweepers, front end loaders, trucks, four wheel drive off road vehicles; and related capacities and abilities. Preferred Qualifications FLSA FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time / Part Time Full Time / Part Time Full-time Work Schedule Full-Time, 40 Weekly Hours Monday – Friday

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Academic or Calendar Year Academic or Calendar Year Calendar Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including: Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision Wellness Incentives and Rewards Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday Disability and Insurance Benefits Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC , CCRI & URI Reports To (Title) Associate Director of Facilities and Operations, Business Management and Grounds Position Status Position Status Permanent - C End of Restricted or Limited Position Civil Service List No Union Code Union Code classified Salary Grade Salary Grade 318CA Minimum Salary for Grade Minimum Salary for Grade $52,062 Maximum Salary for Grade Maximum Salary for Grade $57,606 Added Salary for This Position Collective Bargaining Unit Collective Bargaining Unit Council 94 Local 2878 Posting Information Number of Positions Available Number of Positions Available 1 Anticipated Start Date Anticipated Start Date 10/24/2026 Application Open Date Application Close Date EEO Statement Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful engagement for all community members. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*) Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Rhode Island College 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue Providence, RI 02908 View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Rhode Island College