Road Maintenance Light Equipment Operator

Eddy; Artesia (NM); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eddy County in Artesia, New Mexico, is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to support the Road Department in maintaining county roads with a range of equipment. The role requires knowledge of base and surface road construction and the ability to conduct pre-trip checks and daily equipment inspections.

The position may require irregular hours and the ability to work independently, with Road Managers in Carlsbad, Artesia, and Sandpoint coordinating schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Road Department with maintenance of County roads using a variety of equipment.
• Knowledge of sub-base compaction, base construction and surface construction of roads.
• Dig, grade and place drainage structures in right-of-way entrances or under roads to prevent or relieve flooding and washouts.
• Perform daily maintenance check lists of equipment including DOT walk-around, pre-trip and operation inspections.
• Employees must be able to work independently; Road Managers have authority to direct your work schedule.

Job description

Eddy County in Artesia, New Mexico, is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to support the Road Department in maintaining county roads with a range of equipment. The role requires knowledge of base and surface road construction and the ability to conduct pre-trip checks and daily equipment inspections.

The position may require irregular hours and the ability to work independently, with Road Managers in Carlsbad, Artesia, and Sandpoint coordinating schedules as needed.