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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Onsite
This position is required to primarily operate large mowers and tractors ranging in size from 25HP to 125HP on the campus of LSU at Baton Rouge. Ability to operate equipment safely around pedestrians, employees and other traffic is a primary concern. A complete understanding of preventive maintenance and proper operation of these machines is required.
Job Duties:
75%- Operate large mowers and tractors ranging in size from 25HP to 125HP that pull large bush hogs, flails, finish mower decks, side bush hogs, etc., in support of mowing activities on the campus and at offsite locations as directed.
10%- Work with landscape crews and construction crews performing a variety of tasks necessary for grounds maintenance.
10%- Perform necessary preventive maintenance, cleaning, greasing, minor repairs and associated record keeping to maintain the equipment in a ready and safe state of operation. Position is required to maintain the equipment ready for inspection at any time.
5%- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Special or Physical Qualifications:
Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.
In accordance with PS-18 this position maybe required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure. Overtime and Weekend Work.
Ability to work in all weather conditions. Ability to lift 50 pounds, be capable of walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Louisiana Class E License
Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:
https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=103440
Range:
Minimum/SER: $17.18/hr.
1st Quartile: $20.62/hr.
Midpoint: $24.05/hr.
3rd Quartile: $27.49/hr.
Maximum: $30.92/hr.
Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.