Parks Light Equipment Operator (CDL Required)

City-of-Las-Cruces; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Las Cruces is seeking an Equipment Operator to load, transport, and operate trucks, backhoes, and front end loaders to repair and maintain roads, properties, and structures in compliance with all safety regulations and procedures. The role supports routine maintenance, assists with events, and handles storm drain locates, with a focus on timely completion of tasks.

Two (2) years of experience in light construction equipment operation or landscaping is required; a Class B CDL may be

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety hazards and safe operation of tools and equipment.
• Familiarity with record keeping and data analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Loads, transports, and unloads tools, parts, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Operates trucks, front end loaders, and backhoes to construct, repair, and maintain roads, properties, and structures.
• Performs grounds upkeep, mows, fertilizes grass, and prunes trees.
• Uses dump trucks and other equipment to haul debris and support road work.
• Performs maintenance and minor repairs on small engines and equipment; welds and fabricates parts as needed.
• Operates power tools and supports field crews for upkeep and events.
• Performs storm drain locates and responds to locate tickets.
• Cleans and maintains safety of roadways, sidewalks, and storm drains.
• Coordinates purchasing, transport, and delivery of supplies.

Skills

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Customer service

Data analysis

Communication

Equipment maintenance

Computer software

Policy adherence

Tools

Truck operation

Backhoe operation

Front end loader

Job description

The City of Las Cruces is seeking an Equipment Operator to load, transport, and operate trucks, backhoes, and front end loaders to repair and maintain roads, properties, and structures in compliance with all safety regulations and procedures. The role supports routine maintenance, assists with events, and handles storm drain locates, with a focus on timely completion of tasks.

Two (2) years of experience in light construction equipment operation or landscaping is required; a Class B CDL may be