EQUIPMENT OPERATOR




Equipment Operator

Position Title: Equipment Operator – Streets
Job Class Code: 3043
Department: Public Works – Streets
Reports To: Streets Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Annual Salary: $38,896 - $58,344


Job Summary
Under direction of the Streets Supervisor, operates medium to heavy equipment in support of street construction, repair, and maintenance. This position performs skilled work in grading, paving, drainage work, and infrastructure maintenance.


Typical Duties
Equipment Operation

  • Operates equipment such as graders, backhoes, loaders, and similar machinery used in street operations
  • Performs grading, leveling, and material placement for street construction and maintenance
  • Assists with paving, patching, and resurfacing activities


Street Construction & Maintenance

  • Performs repair and maintenance of streets, alleys, and roadways
  • Assists with drainage improvements, ditch maintenance, and culvert work
  • Maintains road surfaces and ensures proper grading and drainage


Equipment Inspection & Maintenance

  • Conducts pre-operation and post-operation inspections
  • Reports equipment issues and coordinates with Fleet for maintenance
  • Maintains equipment cleanliness and operational readiness


Safety & Compliance

  • Follows safety procedures related to equipment operation and construction work
  • Uses personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Assists in maintaining safe work zones and traffic control


Coordination & Support

  • Works with crew members to coordinate daily operations
  • Communicates with supervisor regarding site conditions and needs


Other Duties

  • Performs other duties as assigned in support of street operations


Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience operating heavy equipment required


Licenses & Certifications

  • Valid New Mexico driver’s license
  • CDL required or ability to obtain


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

  • Knowledge of equipment operation used in street construction and maintenance
  • Knowledge of grading, paving, and drainage practices


Skills

  • Skill in operating heavy equipment
  • Skill in grading and material handling


Abilities

  • Ability to perform skilled equipment operation
  • Ability to maintain street infrastructure
  • Ability to work safely in construction environments


Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work involves heavy physical activity including lifting, bending, standing, and operating equipment.


Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to weather, traffic, construction environments, heavy equipment, and hazardous conditions. The position may require overtime, emergency response, and on-call availability. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. This position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City policies.


Position : 18014060

Code : 20260225-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : STREET MAINTENANCE

Group : FULL TIME

Job Class : EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Posting Start : 02/23/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $17.85-$23.02