Construction Technician - UNL

1309 N 17th, Lincoln NE

Description

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year. We invest in our employees: * Vacation, sick, and holiday pay * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * No-cost life insurance * Employee Assistance Program * Retirement plans * Tuition assistance for employees and dependents * Exclusive staff discounts * Continuous improvement and innovation * Professional development through training and education * Embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace * And many more!! As a Construction Technician, you will: * Perform routine parking lot, streets, sidewalks, and other related pavement maintenance such as asphalt repair, crack sealing, pothole repair, concrete repair and replacement, and grading and adding rock. * Assist with landscape construction and maintenance such as soil work and renovation, landscape grades and improvements, and installation, repair, and upkeep of building and parking signage. * Haul and supply area crews with necessary products and equipment. * Assist with designing, building, maintaining, repairing, and removing outdoor landscape structures such as arbors, gazebos, benches, trash receptacles, and label markers for plants. * Safely use and maintain equipment and machinery. * Support waste and recycling functions and operate a refuse/recycling rear-loading packer truck. * Participate in snow removal and ice prevention. What you bring to the position (minimum qualifications): * 2+ years experience in commercial landscape and/or construction experience (equivalent education/experience considered), with a minimum of 8th-grade education. * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. * Valid driver’s license and able to meet University driver eligibility requirements. * Possess a CDL or ability to obtain CDL within 90 days of employment start date. Additional qualifications that are beneficial (preferred, but not required): * Experience using heavy equipment. * Experience with concrete and/or asphalt maintenance and * Experience with landscape grading experience. * CDL Class B with airbrake endorsement. Apply here: On occasion, irregular hours and weekends may be required, including on-call for snow and ice removal emergencies. A criminal history background check, driving record review, and pre-placement physical will be conducted. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is an EO/AA employer and encourages minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.