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

eddy; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

eddy in Carlsbad, NM seeks a Light Equipment Operator to support county road maintenance using various equipment. You will perform grading, drainage placement, and compaction tasks while completing DOT inspections and daily checks. Flexible hours may apply as Road Managers in Carlsbad, Artesia, and Sandpoint direct your schedule.

The role requires independent work ethic and adherence to safety and road standards. Starting salary is competitive with stated hourly range and DOE consideration.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sub-base compaction and road base/surface construction.
• Proficiency using compaction equipment to achieve target density.
• Ability to dig, grade, and place drainage structures as directed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance of county roads using light equipment.
• Perform daily equipment checks and pre-trip inspections (DOT).
• Work independently and follow road managers' directions as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Digging & grading

Drainage construction

Pre-trip inspections

Independent work

Tools

Compaction equipment

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 - CARLSBAD JOB SPEC 07.2026

STARTING HIRING SALARY:

$22.06 - $24.35 PER HOUR DOE