Equipment Operator

This Equipment Operator position is with University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Operates and drives a CDL-required medium-duty truck to transport personnel, equipment, tree debris, and materials to and from work sites while following applicable safety procedures, departmental guidelines, and equipment operating standards. Safely tows and maneuvers trailers, wood chippers, and related equipment as required for tree maintenance operations. Operates, inspects, and performs routine maintenance on wood chippers, chainsaws, pole saws, and other tree care equipment including checking oil, grease points, air filters, and general equipment cleanup. Loads, unloads, and transports equipment, tools, and materials to and from work sites. Loads limbs, brush, logs, and other debris into wood chippers and assists with debris removal and site cleanup. Trims and prunes trees, shrubs, and vegetation from the ground using hand and power tools including chainsaws, pole chainsaws, hand pruners, pole saws, loppers, and hand saws in accordance with established procedures. Performs general tree care activities, including removing and installing tree stakes and tie wire. Installs and removes banners, flags, and related display materials throughout campus locations utilizing an 8-foot ladder and a 30-foot bucket truck basket. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of basic tree care, pruning, and urban forestry practices. Knowledge of the safe operation of wood chippers, chainsaws, and landscaping equipment. Knowledge of proper tree staking, guying, and tree establishment practices. Skilled in operating hand and power tools used in grounds and tree maintenance. Skilled in safely handling and processing tree debris and vegetation. Physical Requirements: Ability to bend and pick up branches and lift, carry, and move 20 lbs. repeatedly. Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in hot and varying weather conditions and in environments with elevated noise, dust, and other outdoor elements.