Powering Roadways: Heavy Equipment Operator

County of Sandoval; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandoval County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Public Works Roads team to perform maintenance, repair, and construction work on county roads, bridges, and drainage systems. You will operate a range of heavy equipment, conduct inspections, and ensure traffic safety during projects.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, one year of related experience, and a valid New Mexico CDL. Pre-employment drug testing is required, with random testing per 49 CFR.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Experience: one year of construction and maintenance experience operating heavy equipment, trucks, and performing minor mechanical repairs.
• Licenses: valid New Mexico CDL license; pre-employment alcohol and drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., graders, dozers, dump trucks, loaders) to maintain roads and structures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment; conduct daily inspections.
• Maintain daily logs and reports; ensure traffic control in work zones and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor

Traffic safety

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sandoval County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Public Works Roads team to perform maintenance, repair, and construction work on county roads, bridges, and drainage systems. You will operate a range of heavy equipment, conduct inspections, and ensure traffic safety during projects.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, one year of related experience, and a valid New Mexico CDL. Pre-employment drug testing is required, with random testing per 49 CFR.