Equipment Operator II

Albuquerque International Sunport; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Albuquerque International Sunport in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Equipment Operator II to operate a range of construction and maintenance equipment, perform grading, snow plowing, street and runway repairs, and support dust control efforts.

This safety-sensitive role requires a high school diploma or GED with 30 vocational credits and at least 1 year of equipment operation experience. A valid NM CDL Class A/B, COP, and OSHA forklift certification are required within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 30 credit hours of vocational training in equipment operation/maintenance.
• At least 1 year of construction equipment operation and maintenance experience.
• Additional requirements: CDL Class A/B, COP within 6 months, OSHA forklift certification within 6 months, Sunport Access Control Card, TSA background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium to large construction and maintenance equipment (e.g., motor grader, forklift, front-end loader, water truck, snow plow).
• Perform grading, road and runway work, and dust-control measures.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and ensure safe work practices.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED + 30 vocational hours

1 year equipment operation experience

Tools

CDL Class A/B

COP (City Operator's Permit)

OSHA Forklift Certification

Job description

PrintEquipment Operator IISalary$43,576.00 - $45,760.00 AnnuallyLocationAlbuquerque, NMJob TypeFull TimeJob Number2700361DepartmentAviationDivisionAV-Airfield MaintOpening Date10/06/2026Closing Date10/21/2026 11:59 PM MountainBargaining UnitBL

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Position SummaryOperate medium duty, large stationary, and/or motorized construction and maintenance equipment; perform grading, loading, sweeping, snow plowing, landscaping, water tanker for dust control; street/runway repairs, water and waste water line maintenance activities; may transport equipment on public right-of-ways & City owned facilities and perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Essential And Supplemental FunctionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Operate a variety of medium duty, construction and maintenance equipment including, but not limited to; a motor grader, fork lift, front-end loader, water truck, portable chipper, snow plow, de-icer, medium duty bulldozer, single and tandem axle dump truck, tractor mower-spreader-sweeper-scraper, roller, stripping machine, compactor in support of a variety of maintenance and construction operation.
• Grade, roads using motor grader; roll asphalt.
• Gather and load waste products from job sites onto trucks; transport to appropriate location.
• May clean debris from work areas, ditches, culverts and creek beds; bulldoze hill sides and fire trails as required; collect and haul trash, garbage, debris, dirt, sand and gravel.
• May perform additional construction and maintenance tasks including concrete work, spreading material, and a variety of minor repair activities.
• Identify equipment needs for each assigned project; transport equipment to and from construction sites.
• Operate rollers, chip-seal machines, road-grader and various equipment in constructing roads and trails,
• Operate a variety of equipment and vehicles used in the disposal division including backhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, bobcats, tractors, roll-off trucks and a variety of recycling facility equipment, including but not limited to, grinders, shredders, screens, and crushers.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; maintain effective communications with communications tower.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of street-repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites; water down streets and flush drains.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements: High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours of vocational training in the maintenance and operation of medium duty motorized gas or diesel powered equipment; and One (1) year construction equipment operation and maintenance experience. Additional Requirements: When assigned to Aviation: Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B). Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of a valid OSHA Forklift Operator certification within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable. Working Conditions Environmental Construction site environment; exposure to dust, noise, toxic materials; waste and infectious materials; work in inclement weather conditions; work flexible hours, including evening and weekends as required. Physical Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy lifting and climbing; and operating motorized equipment and vehicles; work in confined spaces; work at heights; work around heavy construction equipment; travel from site to site. Total Rewards. Total You. The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state’s public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee’s contribution. That’s higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico! Paid holidays? Check Paid parental leave? Check Paid birthdays off? Check Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.