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Construction Equipment Operator

The State University of New York
New, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025 CLOSED ON 1/5/2026

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SUNY New Paltz Vacancy

External Posting (Classified Service)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Facilities - Operations

Budget Title: Construction Equipment Operator

Local Title: Construction Equipment Operator

Posting Date: August 7, 2025

Classification: SG-8 $40,391

Duties: Construction Equipment Operators as members of a work crew are characterized by both the performance of laboring tasks and the operation of at least one-third of the time of heavier and more complex self-propelled equipment than Highway Equipment Operators. Such equipment includes road graders over eight tons, six-ton brush cutters, window-type loaders, large front-end loaders, truck mounted zone stripers, bituminous pavers, gravel mix plants, pavement breakers and rollers ten tons and over.

Operates, at least one-third of the time, one or more of the machines mentioned as appropriate for the class on the highway, canal and ground construction, repair, and maintenance projects.

Performs task indigenous to assigned machine according to instructions received from supervisor.

Operates front end loaders to load gravel onto trucks.

Please Refer To The Job Standard For More Details

https://www.cs.ny.gov/tsplan/tsp_display2.cfm?specCode=6921000F

Qualifications:

  • One year of experience in the operation of equipment noted as appropriate for this class.
  • A valid NYS CDL Class B (air brake endorsement) License within 1 year of hire.
  • Candidates must meet the posting qualifications required, meet the legitimate operating needs of the department or agency and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.

Contact Information: Application Procedure: Those interested in applying for this position should submit a current resume and cover letter stating how they qualify for the position: State University of New York at New Paltz-Attn: Human Resources-1 Hawk Drive New Paltz, NY 12561

Fax: (845) 257-3956 or send by e-mail: ClassifiedEmployment@newpaltz.edu

Deadline: posting until filled

Other important information about this vacancy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity or protected veteran status. We especially encourage applications from individuals who can bring diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives and experiences to the campus. The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer. If you need a disability related accommodation, please call Human Resources at 845-257-3164. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Web Site: https://www.newpaltz.edu/hr/jobs.html

Application for Employment

Salary : $40,391

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