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: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: BL


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.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Operate very large, very heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations, including, but not limited to, tankers, dozers scraper, loaders, mobile compost mixers, compost turner, 18 wheel tractor-trailers, crane, excavator, etc. and other equipment to support a variety of operations at City facilities.
2. May build, level and excavate roads and land surfaces using graders and other construction equipment.
3. Gather and load dirt and waste products from job sites onto trucks; transport to appropriate location.
4. May bulldoze hill sides; collect and haul trash, garbage, debris, dirt, sand and gravel.
5. May operate earth moving equipment, back-hoe, front-end loader, dump trucks, etc. to perform tasks.
6. May operate water tanker and similar equipment for dust control and dirt compaction.
7. May operate plow and salt truck for snow and ice removal, may act as a primary snow team member operating snow blowers and snow plows with brooms and or blades.
8. May operate regenerative air sweepers, high-speed and runway sweepers and other airfield equipment as necessary.
9. May operate and maintain windrow aeration/composting related equipment. Change, adjust, replace and/or repair sludge spreading implements.
10. Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
11. Maintain accurate logs and records.
12. Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; maintain effective communications with communications tower.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required.
2. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

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; and

Four (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 Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B.
Possession of a valid City Operator's 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 and Ability

• 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

Working Conditions

Environmental:
Travel from site to site; construction site environment; exposure to dust, noise, toxic materials; waste and infectious materials; work in inclement weather conditions.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions requires maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy lifting and climbing; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; work in confined spaces; work at heights; work around heavy construction equipment.
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? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our 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.
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 Albuquerque's 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 Driver's License (CDL) Class A (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question