Job Details
Light Equipment Operator
Requisition ID
req27771
Working Title
Light Equipment Operator
Position Grade
07
Position Summary
Facilities Maintenance (FM) Grounds is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join our team as Light Equipment Operator. This position supports the grounds efforts with equipment operation including street sweepers, skid steers, backhoes, loaders, trenchers, and refuse vehicles.This is a versatile position that assists in roadway and concrete repairs as well as grounds maintenance and repair efforts.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
- Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED;at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- CDL not required but preferred, experienced equipment operators.
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
FM Grounds (821C0)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
$16.23 to $20.60 Hourly
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
12/19/2023
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three Supervisor references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.