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Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Department:  Plant Operations

Term of Assignment: Continuing

Term End Date, If Applicable:             

FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt = overtime eligible

Work Schedule: Variable depending on weather conditions; typically will be 12 pm to 8 pm

Salary: Hourly rate: $24.04 starting; $25.24 working

Travel: No travel

Brief Statement of Duties

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; applicant must have successfully passed the written portion of the CDL examination at the time of hire and successfully pass the driving examination within 4 months of hire.

Required Minimum Work Experience:  One year of full-time experience in operating various types of heavy equipment such as heavy trucks and front end loaders, etc.
Six months 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.
Ability to pass relevant oral, written or performance testing.

SKILLS:
Efficient heavy equipment operation and precision control.
Ability to operate and quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
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

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. This position is not currently available for sponsorship.

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

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.