Athletic/Events Light Automotive Equipment Operator

About BBS

Beach Building Services (BBS) at California State University Long Beach is dedicated to supporting the university by ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, and development of the campus. As a large, thriving department, BBS provides facilities based comprehensive support to the campus in the areas of academics, activities and event services. These facilities contribute to a well-rounded and enriching campus experience for students, faculty and staff.  BBS is proud to contribute to the dynamic and transformative educational and social events and programs that make CSU Long Beach one of the most sought-after institutions and a leader among the CSU campuses.

Departments within BBS:

• Environmental Health and Safety
• Energy and Utilities
• Facilities Operations (Service Response, Fiscal Operations, Payroll/Personnel, IT Services)
• Planning and Sustainability
• Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Engineering, Fire Alarm, Electrical and Plumbing Shops)
• Building Trades (Lock, Sign, Carpentry, Paint and Auto Shops)
• Grounds and Landscaping Services
• Custodial Services
• Design and Construction Services

BBS is composed of talented and skilled employees and dedicated administrators who work hard and collaborate to achieve our mission to “Build a Better Campus Everyday.”

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Grounds and Landscape Services and/or designees, performs duties of a Light Equipment Operator with major responsibility for the operation of motorized riding lawn mowing equipment, tractors, sweepers and other small, motorized equipment and performs landscaping duties as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates all self-propelled, motor powered, riding lawn mowing equipment, including tractors, Sweepers, Forklift, Pressure Washer and other equipment related to landscape maintenance.
• Assist with landscaping functions as needed, such as assisting with weeding, planting, cultivating, watering, fertilizing, and light pruning of shrubs, hedges, small tree, flowers, using small hand and power equipment.
• Assists in all University ceremonies and functions.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate is highly skilled in operating a range of vehicles and equipment, including half-ton to four-ton trucks, small wheel-type tractors with specialized attachments, trench diggers, loaders, and street sweepers. They possess the ability to perform minor repairs, follow operational manuals, and safely load and unload vehicles. Their knowledge of California Vehicle Code and General Industrial Safety Orders ensures compliance with safety regulations, and they consistently recognize and mitigate safety hazards. Strong interpersonal and communication skills support effective collaboration, and prior experience in a university or large institutional setting is a plus.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.  Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.  Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Physical Summary

• Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy-weight objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or pulling objects within the weight limits.

Licenses / Certificates

Valid CA Driver's license, good driving record and equivalent to one year of paid or regularly assigned driving experience in a job involving operating of a delivery vehicle, truck, tractor, bus, or automotive maintenance equipment required.

• Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal vehicle more than once a month on university business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.

Department

FM Grounds

Classification

Light Automotive Equipment Operator

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $3,680 - $6,601 per month.

Benefits