Colorado State University is hiring a LRAM Heavy Equipment Operator with CDL

Colorado State University is hiring a LRAM Heavy Equipment Operator with CDL to provide critical land rehabilitation support for the US Army Garrison Hawaii ITAM Program at Pohakuloa Training Area, HI. In this role, you will operate heavy equipment for land rehabilitation projects, focusing on soil stabilization and dust suppression on Army lands.

What You'll Do

• Operate wheeled loaders, dump trucks, water trucks, and other heavy equipment as needed for completing land rehabilitation projects.
• Perform operational maintenance and inspections of all equipment for operational readiness and safety.
• Track and prepare weekly progress reports.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to work in-person at Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA) on the Island of Hawaii. Remote work is not available.
• A High school Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or equivalent.
• Have a valid and current Commercial Driver’s License Class A with tanker endorsement.
• Experience running and maintaining heavy equipment such as: 10 to 35 ton dump trucks, Dozers, Motor graders, Front-end loaders, Skid-steers, Vibratory rollers, Backhoes, Water/Glue trucks.
• Able to properly load, secure, and transport all heavy equipment with a range of trailers on both paved and dirt roads.
• Experience performing operational, routine, and operator maintenance and inspections on all equipment to maintain operational readiness/safety.
• Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor under all weather conditions. Able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly, without assistance.
• Be able to follow directions, work collectively with others as a team, and maintain safe working standards.
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge and experience necessary to facilitate: Work site revegetation, Land clearing, Site preparations, Soil stabilization.
• Experience with land rehabilitation, horizontal construction techniques, and erosion control practices specific to State and/or EPA-approved Best Management Practices (BMPs) required to achieve compliance with the Clean Water Act (CWA).
• Working knowledge and experience working with the Department of the Army or other federal land-management agencies.
• Experience working on military lands, specifically in the Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) program.
• Experience working in a highly structured organization and knowledge of DoD instructions, directives, guidance, and processes.

Technical Stack

• Wheeled loaders
• Dump trucks
• Water trucks
• Dozers
• Motor graders
• Front-end loaders
• Skid-steers
• Vibratory rollers
• Backhoes
• Water/Glue trucks

Team & Environment

This position will not supervise other employees.

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly pay: $28.00-$31.00
• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Work Mode

This role is fully onsite at Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA), HI.

Colorado State University provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.