Major/Essential Functions
- Load spray equipment & paint materials, Load all types of barricades, cones, sandbags, any other materials related to the position This position may include using trucks, trailers, tractors, power tools, shovels, electronic message boards, or related equipment.
- Drive, maneuver and service equipment equipped with blades or brooms in successive passes over working areas to remove gravel, dirt, snow, or ice.
- Maintain all aspects of signage (permanent, temporary, or electronic), striping on streets, barricades, cones, etc.. related to this position.
- Start engines, move throttles, switches, or levers, or depress pedals to operate machines, such as striping machines, trucks, trucks with sand spreaders, backhoe/loaders, power brooms, mowers with snow equipment attached.
- This is an essential personnel position. You will need to be available for on call duty for emergency maintenance or to assist in campus preparation due to inclement weather or hazardous weather conditions.
Grant Funded?
No
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and experience in all grounds maintenance activities and equipment.
- Experienced in the operating, repair and maintenance of all grounds equipment.
- Class A Commercial Driver's License or willingness to obtain such a license.
Department
Grounds Maintenance
Job Type
Full Time
Shift
Night
Required Qualifications
Eighth grade education or equivalent plus two years related experience in the operation of medium mobile equipment. Commercial drivers license or willingness to obtain such a license. Additional job related experience may substitute on a year-by-year basis for required education as long as applicant possesses desired reading and writing skills.
This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Job Family
Facilities Operations
Job Sub Family
Grounds Management
Hourly Pay Range
$14.04 - $18.27 - $22.45