Roadway Maintenance Technician

Grant, County of (NM); Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant County of NM is seeking a dedicated road maintenance worker under supervision to support the upkeep of roads in Grant County. You will assist crew members with digging, patching holes, fixing surfaces, and helping load materials.

You will prepare and clean highway work zones, set up traffic markers, operate basic hand and power tools, and follow safety practices to protect yourself and the public. A high school diploma and NM driver's license are required; CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent recognized certificate.
• Valid New Mexico State Driver’s License; clean driving record.
• No DWI conviction within the past three years.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew in digging, filling, and patching holes.
• Prepare and clean highway work zones, set up traffic markers.
• Load, unload and distribute materials per project specs.
• Mix concrete, asphalt, gravel and related materials.
• Perform digging, spreading gravel, and leveling dirt.
• Assist carpenter on County projects under supervision.
• Inspect, maintain, and clean County vehicles/equipment.
• Submit daily reports to supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Road construction

Safe machinery use

Customer service

Safety practices

Record keeping

Work under supervision

Policy compliance

Written communication

Public interaction

Equipment operation

Reading/writing/basic math

Safety rules adherence

Education

High School diploma or equivalence

Commercial Driver’s License: Class A or B

Job description

Grant County of NM is seeking a dedicated road maintenance worker under supervision to support the upkeep of roads in Grant County. You will assist crew members with digging, patching holes, fixing surfaces, and helping load materials.

You will prepare and clean highway work zones, set up traffic markers, operate basic hand and power tools, and follow safety practices to protect yourself and the public. A high school diploma and NM driver's license are required; CDL preferred.