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Equipment Operator I
Water Utility
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S16.05/hr.
Job Type:
Full Time
Location:
Las Vegas, NM 87701, USA
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Water Supervisor and Water Distribution Superintendent though the direction of the Utilities Director, Equipment Operator I operates light and/or heavy-duty equipment specialized equipment in construction and maintenance, including wheeled or cleated tractors, bulldozers, power shovels, backhoe, front-end loader, and similar heavy equipment. The position requires considerable flexibility due to the different types of equipment used. A finished product or task is reviewed for adequacy. The guideline may be operator's and maintenance manuals and/or oral instructions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Dig channels, build roads, shoulders, and performs other earthmoving.
Operates transport trucks hauling heavy equipment.
Performs maintenance, repairs, and adjustments, both routine and emergency.
Assists mechanics in performing major repairs by performing less technical details.
Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have one (1) year as a water laborer.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess and maintain a Class D Driver's License.
Must possess and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within 6 months of employment.
May receive one (1) class of heavy construction equipment operation given by the State of New Mexico Highway Department. This is a training and experience classification position.
Must have a telephone or ready access to a telephone at their residence.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
Knowledge of functions, operating methods, and maintenance of a wide variety of heavy construction equipment.
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions and practices.
Knowledge of New Mexico traffic regulations.
Good knowledge of equipment specifications.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative work relationships.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Required to perform "On-Call" duties on weekends, holidays, and anytime outside the normal working hours.
Occasional sitting, walking, standing, climbing, and driving are essential requirements of the job.
Work requires bending, twisting of the neck or truck of body.
Occasional squatting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, repeat hand, hand/grip strength, arm and finger motions are a continuous requirement of the job.
Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; pushing/pulling over 90 pounds; carrying over 90 pounds to a distance over 50 feet.
Required to have exceptional vision, hearing and speech.
Required to wear personal protective equipment. To include mask, respirator, gloves, steel toed footwear filter respirator, goggles or safety glasses, hard hat, earplugs/muffs, face shield, chemical apron, safety vest, lifting belt and two-way radio/beeper.
Work is performed outdoors, on occasion indoo
Required to work continuous in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 100 degrees; working where there are sudden temperature changes of greater than 50 degrees.
Walking on slippery surfaces is an essential requirement.
Occasional work over 6 feet off the ground and working in confined spaces and/or cramped body positions.
Handling or being in machinery that is vibrating.
Required to work where there are sudden changes in air pressure or very high or low air pressure.
Risk of getting a minor or major injury.
Risk of getting bitten by animals or insects.
Exposure to silica or asbestos dust (cement or concrete powder). Will be required to wear a mask.
Exposure to other types of dust, other than ordinary surfaces, or household dust.
Exposure to environmental allergens.
Occasional contact with oils or other petroleum products.
Exposure to solvents, degreasers, pesticides, and/or herbicides.
Exposure to gases, fumes, sprays, etc.
Noise level is usually moderate to loud and can be extremely loud.
Exposure to welding flash or microwaves and sunlight.
Required to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
Required to interact with the public, other workers, etc.
Required to work irregular or extended hours.
Occasional required to work alone.
Required direct responsibility for the safety, well-being or work output of other people.
Occasional multiple demands from several people.
NOTE: This position is subject to drug testing both pre-employment and random as set forth in the City of Las Vegas Drug Policy.
Equipment Operator I (Water) GP10-12-2026.pdf
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE - Interested applicants must submit a City of Las Vegas Employment Application.
The employment application is available at:
https://www.lasvegasnm.gov/general-7-1
Application Materials can be sent to: Human Resources Department
1700 N Grand Avenue
Las Vegas, NM 87701
OR send via email to: consuelo@lasvegasnm.gov
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City of Las Vegas, NM
2025 by the City of Las Vegas, NM
1700 North Grand Avenue
Las Vegas, NM 87701
505-454-1401
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