Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Carlsbad Irrigation District, Carlsbad, NM

Full-time heavy equipment operator and laborer in Carlsbad, NM, paying from $27.00 per hour, with pay based on experience. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. A pre-employment drug screening is required.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 20, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

Skilled work operating one or more of the heaviest and most complex heavy construction equipment, plus manual labor tasks. Duties include vegetation removal, special habitat maintenance, and special dam projects using heavy equipment or manual labor. Experience in maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment is required.

Requirements

• Experience in maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment
• Skilled operation of heavy construction equipment
• Able to perform manual labor tasks
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job details

Location

Carlsbad, NM

Pay

$27 per hour

Job type

Full-time

Industry

Construction and Skilled Trades

Posted

Sep 28, 2026

Drug test

Required