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Construction Equipment Operator

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$42,209

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Construction Equipment Operator

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Construction Equipment Operator
Classification Title Construction Equipment Operator
Department Grounds
Posting Number C260089
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64524
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 03 - CSEA (Oper)
Appointment Type
Classified Appointment Term Permanent
Classified Position Type Non-Competitive Classified
Temporary Until
Salary Grade SG08
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The University at Buffalo is currently seeking Construction Equipment Operators within Campus Operations. In this role as a Construction Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the operation, routine servicing, loading and unload of large motor vehicles as well as the removal of snow and ice during the snow season.

In this position, you will be responsible for the following:
  • Operating large garbage packers, backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, tractors, snow & ice removal equipment, and other grounds maintenance equipment at least one third of the work time.
  • Assisting with spraying, turf repair, fertilizing, grass cutting, pruning and planting projects
  • Driving large delivery vehicles, loading and unloading, and transporting freight
  • Routine service on motorized/ non-motorized vehicles and equipment which includes changing tires, lubrication, check and add fluids, install/remove snow plows, and perform minor repairs
  • Moving cargo on and off vehicles
  • Removing snow and ice from paved surfaces
  • Performing manual labor associated with maintaining campus grounds

This position is defined as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject pre employment and random alcohol and drug testing under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
Learn more:

  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Departmental Operating Needs
  • Maintain a valid NYS CDL B driver license w tanker/airbrake endorsement.
  • Ability to operate a forklift, front loader and a vehicle with a GVWR of 26,000 pounds; including moving loads or equipment, traveling and maneuvering of vehicle and safety pre-operation inspections of vehicles.
  • Operating riding lawn mower equipment, front loaders, dump trucks and tractors in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Seasonal changes in duties will cause shift changes based on seniority, and may potentially result in individuals being placed on second and/or third shift.
  • Must be willing to work overtime for snow removal and other seasonal requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must have a valid class B Commercial Drivers License without an air brake restriction.
  • Must have tanker endorsement by the time of employment.
  • You are required to create aClearinghouse account as part of your application
  • One year of full-time experience in the operation of appropriate equipment in support of grounds maintenance, highway maintenance, parks maintenance, or similar operation.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.
Preferred Qualifications
Our University Community
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Frequently transports boxes, materials, and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus utilizing provided tools.

Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical tasks, including frequent work in various weather conditions.
Driving Requirements A CDL is a required minimum qualification for this position. Employees must operate university owned vehicles for business purposes and be enrolled in the LENS and Clearinghouse programs to verify a valid CDL appropriate for the vehicle operated.
Salary Range $42,209
Additional Salary Information
Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday
Work Hours 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Scheduled Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Job Type Full-Time
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary Applicants will be required to provide their driver’s license information and create a Clearinghouse account to enable participation in the License Event Notification Service (LENS) and Clearinghouse for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

The FMCDS Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow the University at Buffalo to request access from applicants to identify drivers who commit drug and alcohol program violations.
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name John White
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Supervisor of Grounds
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-264-3299
Posting Dates
Posted 09/25/2026
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be Filled

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you possess a valid class B Commercial Drivers License?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a tanker endorsement? If you do not have a tanker endorsement, you must be willing to obtain one by the time of employment to be considered for this position.
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  4. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs

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