Light Tower Operator

Oak Grove Technologies LLC; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC seeks a part-time Light Tower Operator to support daily training operations at FLETC in Artesia, NM. Responsibilities include operating, fueling, inspecting, and repositioning portable light towers, ensuring availability for training needs.

The ideal candidate will have experience with light towers and towing, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Safety is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and repositioning portable light towers required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate light towers daily and ensure units are on/off as required.
• Monitor fuel levels and refuel as needed.
• Tow, transport, and reposition light towers within the facility.
• Conduct routine inspections for mechanical issues and safety.]
• Report maintenance needs to dispatch and keep service records.
• Support setup, operation, and relocation for training activities.
• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain punctual attendance.

Skills

Light tower operation

Trailer towing

Mechanical knowledge

Driver’s license

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC, a dynamic and fast-growing federal contractor, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Light Tower Operator to support daily training operations and facility requirements at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Artesia, New Mexico.

Job Type: Part-Time

Oak Grove Technologies is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business based in Raleigh, NC, with a Test and Training Center located near Fort Bragg and Camp Mackall. With over 20 years of expertise in training, consulting, technology, and operational support, the company provides services to the military, government, and law enforcement. Committed to excellence, innovation, and national security, Oak Grove Technologies fulfills federal defense contracts and actively supports veterans through sponsorships and events. Driven by its mission-focused approach, the company seeks top talent to develop impactful solutions.

Oak Grove Technologies offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

This part-time position is responsible for the operation, fueling, inspection, maintenance coordination, and repositioning of portable light towers to ensure equipment remains operational and available to support customer needs.

The ideal candidate will have experience operating light towers, towing trailers, and performing basic mechanical inspections. This role requires a high level of reliability, flexibility, and the ability to work independently, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Schedule: Part-Time | Approximately 60–70 hours per biweekly pay period, depending on operational requirements. Daily responsibilities include turning light towers on before sunset and off after sunrise, seven days per week.

• Operate light towers daily, ensuring all designated units are turned on before sunset and turned off after sunrise.
• Monitor fuel levels and refuel light towers as needed by towing units to the facility fuel station or transporting fuel using an approved fuel trailer.
• Safely tow, transport, and reposition light towers throughout the facility to support training exercises, customer requests, and changing contractual requirements.
• Conduct routine visual inspections of light towers to identify mechanical issues, equipment damage, low coolant levels, battery corrosion, flat tires, fuel leaks, and other operational concerns.
• Contact equipment service dispatch to report mechanical issues, request repairs, and coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of fuel consumption, equipment issues, inspections, and service requests using designated reporting forms.
• Support additional light tower setup, operation, and relocation requirements for scheduled and ad hoc training activities.
• Ensure light towers are positioned safely and appropriately to support training requirements and minimize operational disruptions.
• Follow established safety procedures when operating equipment, handling fuel, and towing trailers.
• Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and communication to ensure daily operational requirements are met.
• Perform additional equipment support duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience operating, maintaining, and repositioning portable light towers is required.
• Demonstrated experience safely towing trailers, including connecting, disconnecting, maneuvering, and backing trailers.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and automotive maintenance experience, including the ability to identify common equipment issues and recognize when repairs are necessary.
• Familiarity with diesel-powered equipment, generators, or similar portable equipment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment in accordance with facility requirements and established safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate fuel usage and equipment maintenance records.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively communicate equipment concerns to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of maintaining a consistent work schedule.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate sunrise and sunset operations, seven days per week.
• Ability to respond to additional operational requirements and customer-directed training support as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical tasks associated with equipment inspection, fueling, towing, and repositioning.

Oak Grove Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC participates in E-Verify to determine an individual's identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States. E-Verify is a service of DHS and SSA.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.