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Equipment Services Operator

InsideHigherEd
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Posting Number : PG194476SP

Internal Recruitment :

Working Title :

Equipment Services Operator

Anticipated Hiring Range :

50,000 - $54,973

Work Schedule :

6 a.m. to 2 : 30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Occasional weekends, OT, and Holidays as needed

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department :

Landscape Maintenance & Operations

About the Department :

The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus’s physical environment supports the university’s mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!

As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer :

  • Medical , Dental , and Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement Programs
  • Disability Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident Plan
  • Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
  • 12 Paid Holidays Each Year
  • Tuition and Academic Assistance
  • And so much more!

Essential Job Duties :

Join our dedicated team as an Equipment Services Operator CDL Driver / Operator and play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient campus environment. This position involves the skilled operation and maintenance of CDL-rated vehicles, heavy equipment, and other specialized machinery to complete scheduled tasks, address urgent requests, and respond to emergencies. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with a commitment to safety and excellence, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the vital operations of our Facilities Division.

Essential Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to :

  • Safely operate roll-off trucks to collect and transport bulk materials , including waste, recycling, and specialty materials, to designated facilities
  • Operate trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment to haul materials and deliver equipment for on-campus and off-campus needs
  • Utilize forklifts, loaders, and boom trucks to move and position equipment safely using proper rigging techniques
  • Address immediate, unplanned service needs and adverse weather or emergency situations as a designated mandatory responder
  • Serve on a rotating schedule for after-hours, weekend, and special event response, earning additional compensation for on-call availability
  • Operate and maintain a bulk material convenience site, providing customer service, ensuring safe waste sorting, and tracking material usage
  • Operate specialized equipment to collect and transport office cleanout recycling materials for processing
  • Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections on vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and functionality, addressing discrepancies proactively
  • Conduct basic maintenance on assigned equipment and vehicles, coordinating repairs with supervisors and the Auto Shop team
  • Inspect roll-off containers regularly, ensuring their safety for use and reporting repair needs promptly
  • Other Responsibilities :

  • Position serves in a mandatory role and is essential to the operations of the university. Position is required to work during adverse weather conditions or campus emergencies. Snow removal operations as directed by supervisors
  • Position serves on On-Call Team and required to rotate through the on-call schedule every few weeks to provide after-hours support to campus if needed. An On-Call hourly fee is earned
  • Minimum Experience / Education :

    Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

    Requires appropriate licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

    Other Required Qualifications :

  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters
  • Position serves in a mandatory role and employee must work during adverse weather conditions and may be required to work even if the University is closed under normal operations
  • Experience in operation and basic maintenance of trucks and equipment necessary to complete work assignments
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without a reasonable accommodation
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • N / A
  • Required License or Certification :

  • Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A or B is required and must be maintained.
  • Valid NC Driver's License required :

    Commercial Driver's License Required? :

    Job Open Date :

    02 / 28 / 2025

    Earliest Close Date (Positions will be posted until 5 : 00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) :

    03 / 07 / 2025

    Notice to Applicants :

    Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.

    Special Instructions :

    Please include your resume as an attachment.

    Position Number : 00061171

    Position Type : SHRA

    Position Classification Band Title :

    Vehicle / Equipment Operator

    Position Classification Band Level :

    Advanced

    Position Classification Salary Range :

    35,175 - $ 66,443

    Salary Grade Equivalency :

    GN09

    Alternate Option :

    If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

    Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :

    1.00

    Appointment : 12 Month Recurring

    Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :

    Mandatory - Adverse Weather

    Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :

    Mandatory - Fire / Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations / Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities / Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence / Terrorism / Interpersonal Emergencies

    Time Limited Position :

    Department Id :

    445060 - Landscape Maintenance & Operations

    AA / EEO :

    NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

    If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .

    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

    NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

    Salary : $35,175 - $66,443

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