LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR-ARTESIA - STARTING PAY: $22.06 - $24.35 PER HOUR DOE

eddy; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

eddy is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to support the Road Department in Artesia, NM. This role involves maintaining county roads, operating light equipment, and ensuring proper inspections.

The position requires the ability to work in a crew, handle drainage work, and perform pre-trip checks; start salary is $22.06–$24.35 per hour with DOE, and irregular hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience operating light equipment on road projects.
• Knowledge of compaction and drainage construction.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and DOT inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist Road Department with maintenance of county roads.
• Operate light equipment and perform compaction tasks.
• Dig, grade and place drainage structures.
• Complete daily equipment checks and inspections.
• Work independently and follow manager directions.
• May work irregular hours and attend meetings.

Skills

Sub-base compaction

Base construction

Surface construction

Compaction equipment

Drainage structures

Pre-trip inspections

Independent worker

Job description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
This position works in a crew environment to assist the Road Department with the maintenance of County roads utilizing a variety of equipment and meets all of the requirements for Truck Driver/Laborer. The Light Equipment Operator possesses knowledge of: sub-base compaction, base construction and surface construction of un-surfaced, surfaced and chip sealed roads. Is proficient in the use of compaction equipment to reach desired compaction levels. Has the ability to dig, grade and place drainage structures in right-of-way entrances or under roads to prevent or relieve flooding and washouts, and the ability to place cattle guards and footers as directed. Performs daily maintenance check lists of equipment including DOT walk-around, pre-trip and operation inspections. Employees must be able to work independently. The Road Manager Carlsbad, Road Manager Artesia, and Sandpoint Manager all have equal authority to direct your work schedule at any time. Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend job related meetings and perform all other related duties as required and assigned.

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LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - ARTESIA JOB SPEC 07.2026

STARTING HIRING SALARY:

$22.06 - $24.35 PER HOUR DOE