0100 Landscape Services Building, United States of America
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 Responsibilities:
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. -75%
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.-10%
Other duties as assigned.- 5%
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Special or Physical Qualifications:
This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.
Certifications/ Licenses:
Valid Driver's License
Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:
http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=103440
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.
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