Hourly Light Equipment Operator, Fort Drum, NY

Colorado State University•Calcium, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado State University (CSU) and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) are hiring an hourly Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) Light Equipment Operator at Fort Drum, New York. The position supports the LRAM component of the Army’s Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) Program by conducting soil stabilization and vegetation management activities. Work is fully in person; remote work is not allowed. The assignment cannot exceed nine months, though permanent-position opportunities may become available during or after the temporary assignment. Employment is contingent on continued project funding. The operator uses light equipment and hand tools to complete assigned LRAM projects, maintains equipment readiness and safety, performs routine maintenance, and supports project task tracking and reporting. The employee may operate CDL trucks if they hold the required CDL, and may research parts and costs and submit purchase requests as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least two years of experience operating and maintaining small agricultural tractors, mowers, skid-steers, hydro-seeders, handheld power equipment, manual tools, and pickup trucks with and without trailers.
Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor in all weather conditions, including heat and humidity.
Able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly without assistance.
Able to follow directions, work collaboratively as part of a team, and maintain safe working standards.
Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and meet CSU standards for driving throughout employment.
Maintain unrestricted installation access for continued employment.
Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; visa sponsorship is not provided.
Successfully complete the required pre-employment criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience facilitating work site revegetation, land clearing, site preparation, and soil stabilization.
Experience with land rehabilitation, horizontal construction techniques, and erosion control practices.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Experience working on a military installation to assist in assessing training land conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate light equipment and hand tools to complete assigned LRAM projects, including agricultural tractors with PTO-driven attachments, mowers, straw blowers, hydro-seeders, skid-steers, shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes, trimmers, and chainsaws.
Operate CDL trucks, as applicable, if holding the required CDL.
Maintain equipment and perform operational inspections to ensure readiness and safety; make minor adjustments and perform operator maintenance.
Perform routine machinery, equipment, and tool maintenance, including changing tires; inspecting, greasing, and cleaning equipment; maintaining fluid levels; inspecting and changing filters; changing and sharpening blades; replacing batteries; and calibrating equipment.
Research parts and costs and submit purchase requests as directed.
Support project task tracking for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
Perform other duties and assignments needed to fulfill the mission and sub-missions of the ITAM program, as approved by the Installation Point of Contact.