Light Equipment Operator-Artesia - Starting Pay: $21.00 - $23.18 Per Hour Doe
About The Position
This position works in a crew environment to assist the Road Department with the maintenance of County roads utilizing a variety of equipment and meets all of the requirements for Truck Driver/Laborer. The Light Equipment Operator possesses knowledge of sub-base compaction, base construction and surface construction of un-surfaced, surfaced and chip sealed roads. Is proficient in the use of compaction equipment to reach desired compaction levels. Has the ability to dig, grade and place drainage structures in right-of-way entrances or under roads to prevent or relieve flooding and washouts, and the ability to place cattle guards and footers as directed. Performs daily maintenance check lists of equipment including DOT walk-around, pre-trip and operation inspections. Employees must be able to work independently. The Road Manager Carlsbad, Road Manager Artesia, and Sandpoint Manager all have equal authority to direct your work schedule at any time. Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend job related meetings and perform all other related duties as required and assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge of sub-base compaction, base construction and surface construction of un-surfaced, surfaced and chip sealed roads.
- Proficiency in the use of compaction equipment to reach desired compaction levels.
- Ability to dig, grade and place drainage structures in right-of-way entrances or under roads to prevent or relieve flooding and washouts.
- Ability to place cattle guards and footers as directed.
- Ability to perform daily maintenance check lists of equipment including DOT walk-around, pre-trip and operation inspections.
- Ability to work independently.
- Meets all of the requirements for Truck Driver/Laborer.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Road Department with the maintenance of County roads utilizing a variety of equipment.
- Perform daily maintenance check lists of equipment including DOT walk-around, pre-trip and operation inspections.
- Dig, grade and place drainage structures in right-of-way entrances or under roads to prevent or relieve flooding and washouts.
- Place cattle guards and footers as directed.
- Work independently.
- Work irregular hours, attend job related meetings and perform all other related duties as required and assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
