Heavy Equipment Operator

blackrockasphalt; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Black Rock in Los Lunas, NM is seeking a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator for our aggregate crushing operation. You will safely and efficiently operate a loader, haul truck, water truck, excavator, and skid steer, performing routine inspections and maintenance.

The role requires safety-minded, reliable teamwork, ability to work overtime, and compliance with MSHA rules; competitive hourly pay based on experience, with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO and holidays,

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Understanding of operational characteristics of heavy equipment.
• Recognizes safety issues and communicates appropriately.
• High School diploma or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of equipment.
• Perform routine general daily maintenance on equipment.
• Immediately communicate to supervisor any equipment issues that need to be addressed.
• Able to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Comply with company policies and government regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment and plant as required or directed by supervisor.
• Maintain safety standards and comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of safety.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Operational knowledge of heavy equip

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator

We are currently seeking a full time Heavy Equipment Operator dedicated to our Aggregate Crushing Operation located in the Los Lunas, New Mexico. The primary function of the operator is that they must be capable of safely, efficiently, and competently operating a wide variety of heavy equipment such as a Loader, Haul Truck, Water Truck, Excavator, and Skid Steer.

This position requires safety minded individuals with strong drive and enthusiasm to advance our organization forward.

Essential Duties

• Perform routine inspections of equipment.
• Perform routine general daily maintenance on equipment.
• Immediately communicate to supervisor any equipment issues that need to be addressed.
• Able to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Comply with company policies and government regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment and plant as required or directed by supervisor.
• Maintain safety standards and comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in the aggregate or construction industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of best practices and general principles and practices of industrial maintenance, construction, or aggregate production is preferred.
• Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Remain alert for hazards and observe MSHA and operating rules and regulations.

Applicant Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• A Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation to get to and from work is required.
• M.S.H.A. certificate part 46 or willingness to obtain certification - the company will pay for certification.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Punctuality is required.
• Must be a team player who is willing and able to learn.

Education / Skills & Knowledge

• Strong communication skills.
• Self‑motivated.
• Understanding of operational characteristics of heavy power‑driven equipment.
• Recognizes safety issues and communicates appropriately.
• High School diploma or equivalent experience.

Physical Demands

• Physical Effort: Sit for extended periods of time. Bend, lay, and crawl under to inspect and perform general routine maintenance on equipment.
• Travel: none.

Work Schedule

This is a full‑time position with a compressed work schedule:

• 3 days one week, 4 days the following week.
• Typical hours are 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with flexibility based on operational needs.
• Overtime and weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Black Rock.