NOTICE TO APPLICANTThe 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.An assessment will be administered during interviews. 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**
Job DescriptionPURPOSE 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.- A safety sensitive position that performs a variety of construction/maintenance equipment operation, semi-skilled tasks and manual labor as assigned in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges and drainage structures.
- Operates 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.
- Completes required daily logs and reports and submits them to the assigned supervisor.
- Hauls materials and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks and equipment.
- Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance work on assigned equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair to the assigned supervisor.
- Works with and assists crews in resurfacing, oiling and patching, and grading and shaping roads.
- Sets forms for concrete head walls, and may work on bridge crew, projects crew, maintenance crew, and sign crew.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Performs other duties as assigned or required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. May be required to work irregular hours during emergency situations, occasional overtime and may be required to be on-call.
QUALIFICATIONS.A. Education. High School Diploma or GED required.
B. Experience. Two 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, may require specialized endorsement 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
: Safety regulations (OSHA); Traffic laws pertinent to operation of equipment performing road construction, repairs and maintenance. Knowing and abiding by all department and county policies and procedures.Skills
: 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. Abilities
: 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.
Compensation Range$16.00 - $24.26Doa 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.Doa 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-###-#### for assistance.