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Heavy Equipment Operator 3

PublishedPublished: 10/18/2026
Heavy Equipment Operator
Department

FSU Maintenance Construction Labor Department

Responsibilities

Operates commercial vehicles such as a backhoe, boom truck, dump truck, trencher, and front-end loader.

Assists in concrete finishing, form setting, fence construction, air hammer operation, street repairs, and parking lot maintenance.

Maintains records and time keeping and performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency and ten years of external professional experience or a post high school education and experience equal to 10 years.

A valid State of Florida or Georgia CDL Class B driver's license or ability to obtain upon hire

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculato r to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select "yes" to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for Veterans' Preference eligibility requirements and Veterans' Preference required documentation (PDF) , or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034 .

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.