Light Equipment Operator – Carlsbad – Open until 10/19/26

New Mexico Association of Counties; North Dakota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Eddy County in Carlsbad, New Mexico, is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to support the Road Department in maintaining county roads and operating a variety of equipment. Starting pay is $22.06–$24.35 per hour DOE.

The role requires knowledge of sub-base and surface construction, proficiency with compaction equipment, and the ability to dig, grade, and place drainage structures as directed. Flexibility with hours and independent work is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sub-base compaction, base and surface construction for un-surfaced, surfaced and chip-sealed roads.
• Proficient in the use of compaction equipment to reach desired compaction levels.
• Ability to dig, grade and place drainage structures in rights-of-way or under roads as directed.

Responsibilities

• Works in a crew environment to maintain county roads.
• Operates light equipment and performs daily maintenance checks on equipment (DOT walk-around).
• May work irregular hours and attend job-related meetings as required.
• Contributes to directing work schedule under Road Managers as needed.

Skills

Sub-base compaction

Base construction

Surface construction

Equipment operation

Drainage installation

DOT walk-around inspection

Job description

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

Department: Public Works Location: Carlsbad , NM

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.

Starting Hiring Salary
$22.06 - $24.35 PER HOUR DOE