Liberty University

Heavy Equipment Operator I

Lynchburg, VA · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago

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About the role

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion is essential to this job.
Duties will occur mainly from Spring through Autumn.
The Heavy Equipment Operator I, will be assigned other necessary construction duties and projects throughout the calendar year.

Must be punctual & dependable.
The following types of PPE may be required but are not limited to, protective eyewear, ear protection, hard hat, gloves, steel-toed shoes/boots, respirators/ masks, reflective safety vests, and sunscreen.
Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, techniques, skills, and methods of excavation, and grading.
Knowledge and experience in using and maintaining heavy equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear and well-articulated information.
Ability to understand, speak, and write English to convey messages and correspond articulately and professionally.
Must have basic knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
Possess public communication skills that allow the professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
Strong organizational skills.
Must be able to think logically and solve problems that arise with little guidance.
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Occasionally required to drive to on and off-campus locations.
Regularly required to hear and speak, and to effectively communicate orally.
Required to be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move around campus for extended periods.

All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and pri

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law.

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