Heavy Equipment Operator AF

Heavy Equipment Operator AF

Salary

$18.95 - $23.69 Hourly

Location

SROW Operations & Maintenance Yard (2704 Iris Road NE)

Job Type

Full Time AF

Job Number

2026-00092

Department

Public Works

Division

Streets and Right of Way

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
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Position Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance projects and performing routine preventive maintenance on assigned heavy equipment.

This position requires a Commercial Driver's License and falls under the Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Rules and Regulations.

This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Education, Training, Experience, Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Education / higher education: High School Graduate or equivalent.

Minimum number of years of directly related experience: Two years of experience operating medium or heavy equipment.

Education and/or experience preferences: None

Driver's License requirement: Commercial Drivers License Required Endorsements: Class B with Tanker endorsement.

Note -- For any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.

Required certifications, licenses or registrations: None

Preferred certifications, licenses or registrations: None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: Federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and ordinances, and City and departmental policies and procedures related to area of operation including occupational hazards and safety precautions. Techniques, practices and principles of proper use of tools and equipment related to area of operation. Blueprints, plans, schematics and other construction-related documents.

Skills: The safe operation of vehicles, equipment and tools and work in potentially hazardous areas, around moving equipment and in a variety of work areas.

Abilities: Read cut and fill stakes and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering blueprints, and procedure manuals. Understand and follow oral or written instructions, quickly and accurately. Utilize intermediate arithmetic abilities, including linear, square, and cubic measurements. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, city officials, employees, department heads, other departments and the public. Perform repetitive, short-cycle work and attain precise standards. Exercise sound judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties, which are often characterized by frequent change.

Interaction with Groups/Agencies/Entities: Internal: Works with maintenance workers and craft workers to construct and repair city buildings, streets, and open space. External: Cooperates with utility contractors and vendors at the job site.

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this position. The omission of specific functions does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operate heavy equipment in construction and maintenance projects including, but not limited to, graders, sweepers, loaders, backhoes, and trenchers on construction and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate interactions to attach, set up, start, stop, position, guide and manipulate intricate powered mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic apparatus to dig, push, pile or load materials.
• Monitor instruments and precisely adjust such factors as speed, flow, temperature and pressure when feeding, bearing-off, hoisting and transporting solids or fluids.
• Inspect work site prior to, during and following activities.
• Identify, recommend and undertake work according to priorities and established schedules.
• Follows verbal and written instructions and engineering blueprints on maintenance and construction projects at the work site; reads cut and fill stakes on assigned projects.
• Follows established safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals. Involves, but is not limited to:
• Monitors traffic conditions surrounding vehicles/equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions.
• Performs driving functions safely and efficiently in various weather conditions.
• Places safety cones, markers, or signs to alert employees/citizens of work areas or other potential hazards.
• Reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations to immediate supervisor in accordance with City policies and procedures.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance as prescribed on assigned heavy equipment. Involves, but is not limited to:
• Inspect, clean, grease and fuel equipment.
• Identify and perform basic equipment preventative maintenance servicing and minor repair work to maintain operating condition and meet safety requirements.

To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Rio Rancho click here.

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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have two years of experience operating medium or heavy equipment?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with Tanker endorsement OR other?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Rio Rancho

Address 3200 Civic Center Circle NE

Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87144

Phone 505-896-8750

Website https://rrnm.gov/