Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community. Named after Texas legendary hero General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career, including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries, and a flexible work environment fostering work-life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202600038S Title: Heavy Equipment Operator - Parking Maintenance Technician FLSA status: Non-Exempt Hiring Salary: This position is a pay grade 3. Please see Pay Grade Table at http://spa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116docs636763.pdf
Occupational Category: Skilled Craft Department: Facilities Management - Facilities Services Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date: 02112026 Open Until Filled: Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
High school graduate or G.E.D. Prefer technical/vocational training related to job duties. A minimum of four years of skilled experience using various types of tractors, backhoes, and excavator equipment or experience in a related field. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience. Requires a Texas Class B Commercial Drivers License.
Nature & Purpose of Position
To provide skilled work in the operation of the Universitys equipment and machines. Provide maintenance and repair of campus streets, signage, and parking areas. Primary Responsibilities:
• Responsible for campus wide services which require the use of various pieces of equipment. • Maintains and makes repairs to asphalt and concrete parking lots and campus streets. • Responsible for the installation, care, and maintenance of signs for traffic and parking control. • Lays out and paints parking areas and street crosswalks. • Maintains various pieces of shop equipment such as Graco Line Driver HD Ride on Striping Machine. • May excavate areas for water, gas, or sewage line repair or replacement. • May assist with the installation of any new underground lines or systems. • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Assists with ordering materials and parts. Uses a computerized maintenance management system with work orders to allocate time and document work on a daily basis. Working conditions are considered fair but involve more than average 50-75 exposure to one or more disagreeable elements such as dust, dirt, and heat. Work is generally performed outside and requires daily exposure to weather. May be called out after normal hours for emergency repairs. Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Must have a valid Texas CDL commercial drivers license.
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Position Number: Quicklink: http://sshu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46246
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke-Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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Do you have the required Texas Class B Commercial Drivers License?
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