Light Automotive Equipment Operator

Bulletin #514952; 09 / 15 / 2022

LIGHT AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (2 OPENINGS) Facilities / Grounds Department

Salary Range : $3338 - $5988 / Monthly

Work Schedule : Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 5 : 00 . to 1 : 30 .; non-exempt classification.

• Essential Functions : Under the general supervision of the Lead Groundsworker, the incumbent performs skilled driving and operation of equipment and vehicles such as ½ ton to 4 ton, 2-axle trucks with up to 5-speed transmissions;
• small wheel type tractors, including those with special purpose attachments such as backhoes, mowers, buckets, blades, cultivators and rakes;

trench diggers (Ditch Witch, Davis type); loaders (1 / 4 to cubic yard or less bucket capacity); small rollers and forklifts typically under 3-ton capacity.

The incumbent operates a front-end loader / backhoe, bobcat with attachments; forklift, powered platform; street sweeper;

riding mower, push mower; roller for asphalt repair; tractor; sweeper to pick up grass clippings; and concrete saw cutter.

The incumbent drives a pickup truck and / or electric gas cart to various locations on campus for grounds maintenance. Operates water trailer to clean storm drain.

Required Qualifications & Experience : Equivalent to one year of paid or regularly assigned driving experience in a job involving operating of a delivery vehicle, truck, tractor, bus, or automotive maintenance equipment.

Incumbent is required to have knowledge of the rules of safe driving and the provisions of the State of California Vehicle Code pertaining to operation of vehicles described in the classification;

knowledge of State and California General Industrial Safety orders related to the assigned tasks of the classification, particularly those related to vehicle and equipment operation, construction methods and practices, and the lifting and moving of heavy loads.

• Ability to : operate assigned equipment safely; recognize safety hazards and follow practices and laws to ensure safety;
• follow manuals and guidelines pertaining to operation of State vehicles; load and unload vehicles correctly and safely; follow oral and written instructions;
• read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other people;
• service and make routine repairs of equipment operated; and perform manual labor by the duties of the position. Must possess a valid California's Driver's license;

be licensed appropriately for each vehicle operated and may be required by the California Vehicle Code to carry appropriate certification while driving.

Drivers of State-owned vehicles must maintain a good driving record which will be checked periodically with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Demonstrated ability and / or interest in working in a multicultural / multiethnic environment. Demonstrated interest and ability to work in a multicultural / multiethnic environment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU.

Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.

California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Closing Date : Review of applications will begin on September 29, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received.

A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.

To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and / or interest in working in a multicultural / multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting.

The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Title IX Employer.

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