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HVY EQUIP OPS ENGR (Operating Engineer, Heavy Equipment)

Department Description

JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction of the Associate Director, provide highly skilled operation of heavy equipment in support of campus teaching, research, operations and maintenance. Deliver essential support services to the Public Garden including signage and outdoor facilities maintenance.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$25.87/hr. - $34.13/hr.

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis

Union Representation

Yes

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

1/25/2022


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Attendance - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending
• Up to 100 Pounds (Heavy) - 70 lbs
• Loud Noise Conditions - Occasionally - Up to 3 hours/day
• Hazards - Occasionally - Up to 3 hours/day, Heat/Cold - Occasionally - Up to 3 hours/day
• Lift, stoop, sit or bend for up to eight hours per day. Read standard English text, gauges, and instrumentation.Hearing to recognize running machinery and communicate via mobile radio. Give and receive standardized hand signals specific to crane and hoist operations for crane operation tasks Be fitted with respiratory protection.
• Two-Way Radios - Frequently - 3-6 hours/day, Gown/Apron/Protective Clothing - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work eight-hour shift Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00am and 3:30pm. Within 1 month, obtain forklift operator's certificate (at department expense).Within 3 months possess a valid Commercial Class B California driver's license. Within 12 months obtain NCCCO Crane Operator's Certification (at department expense).Subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University policy. May, at times, work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include but are not limited to: industrial and agricultural chemicals, fuel, solvents, infectious materials and wastes, biological hazards and other materials labeled hazardous. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License at time of employment. Employee is personally responsible for following and adhering to Departmental Injury Illness Plan and University safety procedures and guidelines.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Possess a valid Commercial Class A California Driver's License.
• Experience in paving with hot asphalt mix, setting concrete forms, shooting grade, pouring and finishing concrete, establish safety zones, set shoring and inspect worksite for hazardous conditions, asphalt paving process and repairs, and concrete finishing tools and design standards used in forming and pouring concrete.
• Experience in operation of non-articulating loader-tractor with box scraper, road graders as used to crown roads and cut ditches and vibratory rollers and water truck. Skill in use of laser equipment to cut grade, establish drainage, slope and sidefall.
• Basic knowledge of concrete mason installation codes, Federal, State, Local and Fire codes.
• Ability to maintain proficiency in concrete mason and landscape trades and related equipment through self-study and selected training.
• Analytical skill to review, understand and foresee the potential implications of technical data, blueprints, construction specifications or instructions and possible impacts on campus systems, customer operations and sustainable maintenance programs.
• Skill to operate and maintain a variety of tools and equipment including forklift, air compressor, jackhammers, air spades, earth compactors, chipping guns, dump and lift trucks, skiploader and tractors, trenches, augers, etc.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of equipment used in compaction, constructing pads/foundations.
• Knowledge of equipment safety inspections.
• Knowledge of aggregates and their common uses, backfilling and grading and typical foundation and flatwork.
• Skill in using desktop database software sufficient to enter, edit and query data.
• Skill to interpret and apply federal, state and university rules, regulations and policies.
• Ability to train and lead other team members as required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. This position is subject to the California Department of Motor Vehicles Pull Notice System.

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

EEO:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Salary Range

$25.87/hr. - $34.13/hr.

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis

Union Representation

Yes

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

1/25/2022


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=28894&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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