Operator - Antelope Wells, NM

Durus Industrial, LLC.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Durus Industrial, LLC. is seeking skilled equipment operators for full-time positions in Chandler, AZ. The role involves operating light to mid-sized construction equipment, supporting multi-trade crews on large-scale projects, including border wall construction.

Candidates should have 3–5+ years of experience in industrial environments, ability to perform labor tasks, and maintain safety practices. Highly competitive pay is offered based on experience, with ample overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of equipment operating experience in industrial or heavy civil environments.
• Proven ability to operate multiple types of light equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience working around crews performing structural, concrete, or piping work.
• Understanding of grade, trenching safety, and material handling practices.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred for water truck operation).

Responsibilities

• Operate light to mid-sized equipment including reach forklifts, track hoes, backhoes.
• Perform material handling, trenching, grading, backfilling, and site support activities.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Assist with ground work when equipment is not in operation.

Skills

Equipment operation

Material handling

Trenching safety

Collaboration with crews

Job description

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Operator - Antelope Wells, NM

Full Time Technical Chandler, AZ, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1018

Equipment / Light Equipment Operator

Location: Arizona / Southwest Travel Required (Including Border Projects)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Durus Industrial is seeking skilled equipment operators capable of safely and efficiently operating light to mid-sized construction equipment in heavy industrial and infrastructure environments.

This role supports multi-trade crews on large-scale projects, including border wall construction, requiring operators who can perform in remote, high-production environments and contribute beyond just equipment operation.

Core Responsibilities

• Operate light to mid-sized equipment including reach forklifts, track hoes, backhoes, mini excavators, skid steers, and water trucks
• Perform material handling, trenching, grading, backfilling, and site support activities
• Support crew operations with equipment positioning, lifting, and logistics
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
• Assist with ground work when equipment is not in operation (labor support across trades)
• Maintain safe operation practices in congested and active jobsite environments

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of equipment operating experience in industrial or heavy civil environments
• Proven ability to operate multiple types of light equipment safely and efficiently
• Experience working around crews performing structural, concrete, or piping work
• Understanding of grade, trenching safety, and material handling practices
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred for water truck operation)
• Ability to perform labor tasks as needed to support the crew

Work Environment & Expectations

• Travel required across AZ, NM, and surrounding regions
• Active work on remote project sites, including border wall construction zones
• Extended work schedules aligned with long-duration projects (not short-term outage work)
• Work performed in remote environments
• Zero-tolerance safety culture—PPE and compliance required at all times

Compensation

• Highly competitive pay based on experience and equipment proficiency
• Overtime opportunities tied to project demands