CDL Water Truck Driver

CDL Water Truck Driver

The Equipment Operator safely operates heavy construction equipment to move and haul dirt, clear work areas, and backfill trenches on fast-paced, non-residential civil construction projects. This role supports daily production goals by performing precise dirt work and equipment operation while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy construction equipment, including skid steers and other earthmoving machinery, to move and haul dirt efficiently and safely.
• Clear designated areas of debris, soil, and other materials to prepare sites for construction activities.
• Backfill trenches and excavations to specified grades and compaction requirements, ensuring stability and proper site conditions.
• Perform civil dirt work, including grading, leveling, and shaping terrain according to project plans and instructions.
• Work productively in a fast-paced environment with daily production goals, consistently meeting performance and schedule expectations.
• Use basic hand and power tools fluently to support equipment operation and general construction tasks as needed.
• Follow all site safety protocols, including safe equipment operation procedures and awareness of uneven ground and outdoor conditions.
• Communicate effectively with site supervisors and crew members to coordinate equipment movements and work sequences.
• Inspect equipment visually during use and promptly report any issues or hazards to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring that tools, equipment, and materials are stored safely.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment on construction projects, including earthmoving machinery such as skid steers.
• Previous experience working on active construction sites, particularly in civil dirt work and dirt moving operations.
• Ability to fluently use basic hand and power tools in support of construction and equipment-related tasks.
• Strong understanding of safe heavy equipment operation practices in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Comfort working outdoors in extreme temperature conditions and on uneven ground throughout the workday.
• Capability to handle pressure and meet daily production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Reliability to work a demanding schedule of approximately 50-60 hours per week with early morning start times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in civil construction and dirt work on non-residential projects.
• Experience working on large-scale, fast-paced construction sites with strict timelines.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions and site directives related to grading, clearing, and backfilling.
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail when operating heavy equipment around other workers and obstacles.
• Physical ability to walk and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.

Why Work Here?

Join a construction environment where your skills with heavy equipment directly contribute to visible project progress each day. You will work with a focused, production-driven team that values safety, reliability, and strong work ethic. The schedule offers consistent full-time hours with opportunities for additional overtime, providing stable and predictable work. This setting allows you to build your experience on civil construction projects and develop your expertise in heavy equipment operation while contributing to important infrastructure work.

Work Environment:

This role is based on a non-residential construction site and is performed entirely outdoors. Equipment Operators work in varying and sometimes extreme temperature conditions, including heat, cold, and changing weather. The job is fast paced, with daily production goals that require sustained focus and physical stamina. The ground surfaces are very uneven, so comfort walking and working on irregular terrain is essential. Work weeks typically range from 50 to 60 hours, with a schedule built around 6-day workweeks and a 6:30 a.m. start time, and may occasionally include Sunday work depending on project needs. Standard construction attire and appropriate personal protective equipment are required to ensure safety on site.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Kirtland, NM.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Kirtland, NM.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.