Heavy Equipment OperatorMechanic Facilities Services UTK at University of Tennessee

DescriptionThe Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic position operates excavators backhoes front-end loaders dump trucks skid steers telehandlers etc. and provides labor as necessary to assist with Heavy Equipment operations and projects. Having the knowledge and the ability to perform routine maintenance on all equipment is required for this position and this person must be able to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs as needed.ResponsibilitiesMust possess operating skills of heavy equipment for excavating trenches grading and loading/unloading trucksDriving trucks hauling spoils and equipment to and from job sitesAssist crews with emergency underground repairs of utilities and or equipmentPerform routine maintenance on all equipmentDiagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issuesPerform repairs on engines and mechanical equipment as needed QualificationsRequired QualificationsEducation:High school diploma or GEDExperience:Minimum of three (3) years of experience operating heavy equipment OR performing routine maintenance on heavy equipment/diesel powered equipmentKnowledge Skills Abilities:Ability to perform hard physical work for longs periods in all kinds of weatherAbility to read and follow instructionsAbility to operate and perform routine maintenance on light-duty earth moving equipment such as excavators backhoes front end loaders skid steers tractors telehandlers dump trucks etc.Ability to safely drive trucks of various shapes and sizesOther Conditions:Valid Drivers licenseMust be able to obtain a TN Class A commercial drivers license within first 12 months of employment.All Facilities Services personnel are considered Essential the event of extraordinary situations the University may suspend normal operations and classes in whole or such instances all Essential Personnel must fulfill their duties in order to (1) ensure the continuation of critical University operations; (2) attend to the needs of students and other members of the University community; and (3) protect the Universitys assets. Essential Personnel are expected to come to work in any and all extraordinary/emergency situations unless it is unsafe to do so or they are specifically excused by their supervisor.Work LocationUniversity of Tennessee Knoxville TN CampusThis is an on-site positionCompensation and BenefitsUT market range: MR05Find more information on the UT Market Range structurehereFind more information on UT BenefitshereAbout The College/Department/DivisionUT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxvilles largest non-academic department team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair custodial needs landscaping and lawncare utility work in-house and capital construction projects facilities planning and design environmental initiatives pest control campus event services and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students staff faculty and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top. Key Skills IT Marketing,Forklift,Defense,Food Processing,Airlines Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1