Construction Equipment Operator, Grounds

Fiscal Year:
2025-2026

Position Title:
Construction Equipment Operator, Grounds

Classification Title:
Construction Equipment Operator

Department:
Grounds

Posting Number:
C260041

Posting Link:

Employer:
State

Appointment Type:

Classified Appointment Term:
Contingent 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.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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, resulting in individuals being placed on second (3:00 p.m. 11:30 p.m.) and/or third shift (11:30 p.m. 8:00 a.m.).
• 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 a Clearinghouse 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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:

Salary Range:
$40,391

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 drivers 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 Drivers 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:
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Contact's Phone:
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Posting Dates Posted:
04/16/2026

Deadline for Applicants:
Open Until Filled

Date to be Filled: