Mediabistro logo
job logo

Equipment Operator

Doña Ana County, Albuquerque, NM, United States


**NOTICE TO APPLICANT**This position will close at 12:00AM MST on the End Date.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

\*\*This is a Bargaining Unit Position\*\*

\*\*An Individual whose qualifications exceed the minimum qualifications for the job may be hired above the minimum of the range based on full years of related work experience as presented on the application. \*\*

\*\*An assessment will be administered\*\***Job Description****PURPOSE SUMMARY.** Operate a variety of light mobile equipment in transporting materials or in performing general construction and labor to build, repair, and maintain County roads.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES.****Safety-sensitive position*** Perform a variety of construction/maintenance equipment operations, semi-skilled tasks, and manual labor as assigned in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, and drainage structures.* Operate a variety of trucks and equipment that are classified as light equipment (Class B CDL) in accordance with the New Mexico Department of Transportation, including but not limited to; air compressor, jack hammer, pneumatic roller, backhoe, dump truck, asphalt distributor, chip spreader, mower, power broom, front end loader, fork lift, steel wheel roller, etc., exercising all safety regulations and procedures.* Complete required daily logs and reports and submit them to the assigned supervisor.* Haul materials and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks and equipment* Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance work on assigned equipment; identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair to the assigned supervisor.* Work with and assist crews in resurfacing, oiling and patching, and grading and shaping roads.* Set forms for concrete head walls, and may work on bridge crew, project crew, maintenance crew, and sign crew.**ADDITIONAL DUTIES.** Other duties as assigned. Requires availability for irregular hours, overtime, and on-call work during emergencies.**QUALIFICATIONS.****A.

Education.** High School Diploma or GED required.**B.

Experience.** Two (2) years’ experience of full time general construction and/or light equipment operations.**C.

Education/Experience substitution.** In accordance with County Policy.**D.

Licenses/Certifications.** Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B upon hire. Specialized CDL endorsement may be required depending on area of assignment.**E.

Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.).** Background check, pre-employment drug and alcohol test, and driving record check. Must comply with the drug and alcohol Clearinghouse requirements in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:**Knowledge of:* Safety regulations (OSHA).* Traffic laws pertinent to the operation of equipment performing road construction, repairs and maintenance.Skill in:* Perform minor preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.* Safely use a variety of tools and equipment related to road construction repairs.* Skill, acquired through considerable training and experience, to operate and adjust varied equipment for purposes such as performing road construction/maintenance.Ability to:* Effectively communicate in oral and/or written form.* Follow oral and written instructions; read gauges on equipment and be able to operate equipment effectively.* Maintain and wear personal protective equipment as necessary.* Abide by all department and county policies and procedures.## **Compensation Range**$16.00 - $24.26Doña Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists. Doña Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. Please see

for our Public Notice and to get the Testing/Interview Accommodation Request Form or call 575-647-7210 for assistance.Thank you for considering Doña Ana County as a potential employer.

The information below is provided to assist you in successfully navigating the application process.

After you apply for a position with Doña Ana County, there is a minimum qualification screening based on the requirements of the position completed by the county’s HR staff.Applicants cannot proceed in the process if: -- Stated years of related experience cannot be verified within the work experience section of the application (e.g., not enough information provided, insufficient work history, experience listed is not applicable).-- Required education is not listed in the application.-- The application is incomplete in any capacity.-- The candidate only submits a resume. Doña Ana County does not utilize resumes during the recruitment process; however, you may use your resume to auto-populate portions of your application. HR department staff then forward the applications of candidates who meet the minimum qualifications to the hiring department.

The hiring department will select applicants for interviews and proceed with the selection process.

Due to the high level of interest in some of our positions, not all eligible applicants will be interviewed.The first step is to complete an employment application form.

***Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.***

It is important that you ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, education, personal information, etc.
#J-18808-Ljbffr