LRAM Heavy Equipment Operator - Fort Benning, GA

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Fort Benning, GEORGIA
Deadline: 10 Aug 2021

Posting Details


Working Title LRAM Heavy Equipment Operator - Fort Benning, GA
Position Location Fort Benning, GA
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202100742AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Technical/Support II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $48,000 - $58,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date 08/16/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/10/2021
Description of Work Unit
CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at CSU. CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DOD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations. 
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
Position Summary
Operate heavy equipment such as: 10 to 25-ton dump trucks, dozers, motor graders, front-in loaders, vibratory compactors, scrapers, forestry mowers (FECON), track hoes, agricultural tractors, and backhoes for the purpose of completing LRAM projects. Primary functions are soil stabilization and vegetation management on Army lands. This position will also require tracking and preparing monthly and quarterly reports.
Required Job Qualifications
  • 2 years of professional experience. 
  • A High school Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or equivalent 
  • Experience with running and maintaining heavy equipment 
  • Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor under all weather conditions (e.g., heat and humidity). Able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly 
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date. 
  • Be able to follow directions, work collectively with others as a team, and maintain safe working standards 
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Knowledge and experience necessary to facilitate: 
    • Soil Stabilization 
    • Land clearing 
    • Site Preparation 
    • Work Site Revegetation 

  • 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) 
  • Experience running and maintaining heavy equipment such as: 
    • 10 to 25-ton dump trucks 
    • Dozers 
    • Motor graders 
    • Front-in loaders 
    • Forestry mowers (FECON) 
    • Agricultural tractors 
    • Backhoes
Diversity Statement
•Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Heavy equipment operation for the purpose of completing assigned LRAM project execution tasks.
Duty/Responsibility

Execute Day to Day Heavy Equipment Operation Tasks to complete LRAM projects.

Equipment operated includes, but is not limited to: 10 to 25 ton dump trucks (25 ton off road dumps at some locations) dozers, motor graders, front-in loaders, agricultural tractors, vibratory compactors, scrapers, forestry mowers (FECON), track hoes, and back hoes. Equipment operation is done in support of providing safe and sustainable training lands. Conclusions will need to be reached on what type of equipment is most appropriate for the job and how best to locate the equipment at the job sight.

LRAM tasks will entail conducting activities to execute repair, maintenance, and reconfiguration projects in support of Army training missions. The two primary functions LRAM uses to repair, maintain and reconfigure training lands is vegetation management and soil stabilization treatments. LRAM treatment applications primarily assigned to Heavy Equipment Operators include, but are not limited to:
• Mechanized Brush and Small Tree Removal, Thinning, Clearing (Rotary Cutter, FECON, Hydro-ax)
• Gravel and Aggregate Application
• Rip Rap Application
• Articulated/Cable Concrete Application
• Creating and/or Maintaining Turnouts and Diversion Ditches along tactical use maneuver and movement trails
• Developing Grass Lined Channels
• Creating Water Bars
• Applying Rock Check Dams/Filter Dams
• Hard-Lined Channel Development
• Installing Low Water Crossings
• Archaeological Site Capping
• Terracing
• Culvert Placement (Repair, Maintenance)
• Forming Sediment Basins
• Installing Sediment Traps
• Drum Chopping
• Installing Gabions
• Ditch Line Establishment/Maintenance (Tactical use trails)
• Cut and Fill
• Soil Compaction
• Crowning Trails
• Outsloping/Insloping Trails
• Grading/Shaping
• Developing Broad-Based Diversion Dip
• Creating Turn Pads
• Stump Grinding
• Applying Fill Dirt
Percentage Of Time 80%
Job Duty Category Equipment maintenance and upkeep and as directed, conduct research on parts and costs and submit purchase requests.
Duty/Responsibility

1. Perform operational maintenance and inspections on equipment for operational readiness and safety and make minor adjustment and perform operator maintenance on equipment operated.
2. Perform routine maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in good working condition such as changing tires, inspecting, greasing, and cleaning equipment, maintaining fluid levels, changing blades, calibrating equipment and performing related tasks.
3. Responsible for operator maintenance on equipment such as checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels, examining and changing filters, changing and sharpening blades, changing/replacing batteries, lubricating equipment, and making necessary adjustments.
Percentage Of Time 15%
Job Duty Category Reporting
Duty/Responsibility

Tracks project for monthly/quarterly reports.
Percentage Of Time 2.5%
Job Duty Category Other Duties
Duty/Responsibility

The position defined will fulfill other duties and assignments as necessary to fulfill the mission and sub-missions of the ITAM program and DPTMS as approved by the Installation Point of Contact.
Percentage Of Time 2.5%

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. 
Apply no later than August 10, 2021, for full consideration at jobs.colostate.edu. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor.


    • References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Candidate must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC). Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employ
    Search Contact Erik Phillips, [email protected]
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