Road Maintenance: Light Equipment Operator

Eddy County; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eddy County in Carlsbad, NM, seeks a Light Equipment Operator to assist the Road Department with county road maintenance using a variety of equipment. The role blends Truck Driver and Laborer duties and requires knowledge of compaction, base and surface construction for unpaved, paved and chip-sealed roads.

Responsibilities include performing pre-trip inspections, daily equipment checks, and capable operation to dig, grade and install drainage structures and cattle guards.

Qualifications

• Experience in road maintenance and operating light equipment.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and daily equipment inspections.
• Willingness to work irregular hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain county roads using various equipment.
• dig, grade and place drainage structures in right-of-way entrances or under roads.
• Ensure proper compaction, base and surface construction for road segments.
• Place cattle guards and footers as directed and perform daily equipment checks.

Skills

Road maintenance knowledge

Equipment operation

Independent worker

Job description

Eddy County in Carlsbad, NM, seeks a Light Equipment Operator to assist the Road Department with county road maintenance using a variety of equipment. The role blends Truck Driver and Laborer duties and requires knowledge of compaction, base and surface construction for unpaved, paved and chip-sealed roads.

Responsibilities include performing pre-trip inspections, daily equipment checks, and capable operation to dig, grade and install drainage structures and cattle guards.