Equipment Operator (Utilities)

Penn State University • Benner Township, PA

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About The Position

Penn State is searching for a full time Equipment Operator (Utilities) - Grade 4 to join the team. Duties include: Operate various types of construction equipment including bulldozer, grader, backhoe, front-end loader, etc., to grade and move soil and dirt, clear land, remove trees, excavate, shape banks, cut ditches, grade roadways, subgrade lawns, load trucks, etc. Assemble, deliver, secure and brace various trench-shoring systems, concrete forms and scaffolding Complete trench safety forms Use equipment to determine slope on roadways, sidewalks, etc. Determine line and grade for new and existing utilities Read and interpret drawings, sketches, and blueprints including erosion and sedimentation plans Use appropriate monitor to test confined spaces and act as confined space coordinator Assist with removal of material from around utility lines Assist mechanics with placement and installation of piping, conduit, etc. Implement work zone traffic control measures utilizing the appropriate signs, fencing, flags, lights, barricades and clothing to safely direct pedestrian and vehicular traffic during utility projects Position equipment on truck or trailer for transporting Drive truck to transport equipment, plow snow, carry dirt, etc. Maintain, clean, and lubricate equipment; service equipment with fuel and engine oil; maintain proper air pressure in tires; check oil and water levels and battery Attach or detach equipment accessories Detect unusual conditions and needed repairs and report to supervisor Operate jackhammer, pavement breaker, tamper, etc., using mobile air-compressor unit

Requirements

• Requires the use of shop mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of adjustable measuring instruments and the training generally applicable in a particular or specialized occupation.
• Equivalent to 1 to 3 years applied trades training.
• Must possess a Pennsylvania Commercial Driver`s License Class A without Restrictions L, E, O, Z.
• The successful candidate will be required to obtain NCCCO Certified RIG-1 and Signalperson certification within 6 months of hire.
• Over 1 year up to and including 3 years of effective experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of construction equipment including bulldozer, grader, backhoe, front-end loader, etc., to grade and move soil and dirt, clear land, remove trees, excavate, shape banks, cut ditches, grade roadways, subgrade lawns, load trucks, etc.
• Assemble, deliver, secure and brace various trench-shoring systems, concrete forms and scaffolding
• Complete trench safety forms
• Use equipment to determine slope on roadways, sidewalks, etc.
• Determine line and grade for new and existing utilities
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, and blueprints including erosion and sedimentation plans
• Use appropriate monitor to test confined spaces and act as confined space coordinator
• Assist with removal of material from around utility lines
• Assist mechanics with placement and installation of piping, conduit, etc.
• Implement work zone traffic control measures utilizing the appropriate signs, fencing, flags, lights, barricades and clothing to safely direct pedestrian and vehicular traffic during utility projects
• Position equipment on truck or trailer for transporting
• Drive truck to transport equipment, plow snow, carry dirt, etc.
• Maintain, clean, and lubricate equipment; service equipment with fuel and engine oil; maintain proper air pressure in tires; check oil and water levels and battery
• Attach or detach equipment accessories
• Detect unusual conditions and needed repairs and report to supervisor
• Operate jackhammer, pavement breaker, tamper, etc., using mobile air-compressor unit

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed