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Equipment Operator 2-U, Moving Services

University of Cincinnati
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Jul 01, 2025

Equipment Operator 2-U, Moving Services

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

Operate heavy motorized equipment and perform minor repair on equipment.

Essential Functions

  • Operate any combination of following heavy motorized equipment to complete variety of construction in maintenance projects (i.e., athey loader, bump heater, cherry picker, concrete mixer, 4-6-ton compactor, 7-ton dozer, excavator, over 23,000# grader, lowboy, mud jack, pull type paver, pavement grinder, 8-10-ton roller, truck mounted sewer cleaner, steamer, hand and hot liner striper, 10-ton sweeper, lowboy 10-ton tractor, 25,000-35,000# dump truck, all boom, platform and/or pounder trucks, traffic line remover, vac-all sweeper, 10-ton vactor-jet & computerized weed spray truck) and operate any/all pieces of equipment operated by Equipment Operator 1's as needed.
  • Make minor repairs and adjustments to heavy motorized equipment (e.g., grease and oil machinery; check tires and lights).
  • Perform general labor, maintenance and other related functions; load and unload materials; check for damage; complete reports and other paper work.
  • Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Trainings/Certifications

Valid driver's license with an acceptable record

Required Experience

Three (3) months of related work experience

300 hours training in safety practices associated with operation of heavy motorized equipment

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Sitting - Continuously
  • Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Continuously
  • Hearing, listening - Continuously
  • Talking - Continuously
  • Standing - Continuously
  • Walking - Continuously
  • Bending - Continuously
  • Stooping - Continuously
  • Climbing stairs/ladders - Often
  • Kneeling, squatting - Often
  • Crouching - Often
  • Crawling - Often
  • Reaching overhead - Continuously
  • Pulling, pushing - Often
  • Shoveling - Seldom
  • Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
  • Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often
  • Lifting - over 50 pounds - Often
  • Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.

Shift: Varies Starting Pay Rate: $22.62 per hour Post Probationary Rate: $22.62 per hour

Application Deadline:07/20/2025

Application Information

Candidacy For This Role Will Be Determined By:



  • A COMPLETE APPLICATION:Your application MUST indicate material evidence of having the experience, skills, or education required for this position. Document all dates of employment, description of relevant duties, and full-time/part-time status. The complete application will be the sole criteria used by Human Resources to determine eligibility, which is based on the minimum qualifications listed above.
  • SUBJECTS AND WEIGHTS: 100% Practical
  • TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Eligibility scores and rank will be determined by grading the applicant's related work history and education.
  • EXAMINATION: Application/resume will be reviewed by Human Resources to determine eligibility, which will be based on the minimum qualifications listed above. All qualifying applicants will be notified of the date and time of the written examination via email. Applicants that pass the written examination will be notified regarding next steps. All applicants must show valid photo identification to take the exam.


Do you have active passing test scores on file with HR for this job title? If you would like to qualify for this position using those test scores, upload a letter to the "Additional Documents" section stating your name, address, test score, exam date, and expiration date.

Please note that the preferred method of communication is by email - make sure we have an email on file that you regularly check.

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Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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Equipment Operator 2-U, Moving Services
Date:

Jul 1, 2025
Location:


Cincinnati, OH, US


Facility:

Main Campus



Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati



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