Lead Equipment Operator – Road & Utilities

City-of-Alexandria,-L; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Alexandria seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator to perform construction, maintenance, and repair tasks on city streets, utilities, and parks. The role emphasizes safe operation of excavators, loaders, graders, and support vehicles with attention to exacting tolerances.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, two years' experience in heavy equipment operation, and a valid Louisiana Class B CDL (with possible A endorsements).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years' experience operating heavy equipment used in roadway repair and maintenance.
• Valid Louisiana Class B CDL; state endorsements may be required.
• Must supply complete work history and licenses with application.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe and dump truck as primary tasks.
• Maneuver heavy equipment to perform digging, grading, loading and hauling.
• Assist with safety oversight and minor crew guidance on specific projects.
• Coordinate with supervisor and other departments to complete work orders.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Dump truck operation

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic control

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL-B license

Job description

City of Alexandria seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator to perform construction, maintenance, and repair tasks on city streets, utilities, and parks. The role emphasizes safe operation of excavators, loaders, graders, and support vehicles with attention to exacting tolerances.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, two years' experience in heavy equipment operation, and a valid Louisiana Class B CDL (with possible A endorsements).