Mobile Equipment Operator 1

Posting number: 227438

Department: University of LA - Monroe

Job classification: MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance

The University of Louisiana Monroe is seeking a Mobile Equipment Operator 1 to join our team. This position plays a vital role in supporting campus operations. Why Work at ULM?At the University of Louisiana Monroe, you're more than an employee you’re part of a vibrant campus community committed to growth, innovation, and student success. ULM offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development, all in the heart of Northeast Louisiana. Whether you're advancing your career or just starting out, ULM is a place where your work truly matters.

No experience or training is required.

The Mobile Equipment Operator 1 is responsible for the maintenance in employees areas. Performing other duties to provide the beautification of the campus, while maintaining employee’s mobile equipment and other daily equipment.

• operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment (e.g. tractors (bush hogs), gang mowers (up to eight feet across), riding mowers, push mowers, etc.,)
• operates dump trucks for hauling off a variety of items (e.g. trash, debris, aggregates, etc.) for removing unwanted items from facilities compliance with established guidelines.
• Operates forklifts with lifting capacity over 10,000 lbs.
• Provides guidance to and oversees work of lower graded operators and laborers, as required.
• other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
• No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
• \* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Name of Contact Person: Jenny Jones

Agency/Department Name: ULM-Physical Plant

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.