Heavy Equipment Operator (CIP Park Construction) Salary $46,862.40 - $48,984.00 Annually Location Albuquerque, NM Job Type Full Time Job Number 2600286 Department Parks & Recreation Division PR-CIP Park Renovation & Const Opening Date 09/29/2025 Closing Date 12/5/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit BL Description Benefits Questions Position Summary Operate and maintain very large, very heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations, including, but not limited to, tankers, dozers scraper, loaders, mobile compost mixers, compost window turner, 18 wheel tractor-trailers, crane, excavator, etc. used in earth moving operations; perform excavating, grading, loading, compacting, mixing, scraping and minor mechanical maintenance and repairs.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.High school diploma or GED; andFour (4) years of heavy equipment operation and heavy equipment maintenance experience.One year (1) technical crew lead experience preferred.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Drivers License (CDL), Class A.Possession of a valid City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Preferred Knowledge Operational characteristics of a variety of heavy, power-driven equipment Maintenance requirements of heavy, power-driven equipment Methods and materials used in general construction and maintenance work Principles and techniques of field maintenance activities Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations Occupational hazards and standard safety practices Preferred Skills & Abilities Operate the most heavy power-driven equipment Perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable ether conditions Work independently in the absence of supervision Understand and follow oral and written instructions Prepare written reports and/or forms Effectively communicate with communications tower Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required Total Rewards. Total You.The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!Paid holidays? CheckPaid parental leave? CheckPaid birthdays off? CheckVacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and checkOur people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.Total Rewards - City of AlbuquerqueFire Department Albuquerque Police Department 01 Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts). No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited- Some College Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate 02 Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years. No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years 03 Do you possess the lead or supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please select yes and attach your certificate. (Lead is defined as monitors projects, programs or people.) Yes No 04 Do you possess a valid New Mexico Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A (attach a copy of your Drivers License)? Yes No Required Question Employer City of Albuquerque Address 400 Marquette N.W. Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103 Phone 505 768-3700 Website http://CABQ.GOV