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Fisher Industries
Blade Operator
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$57,354 / year median in New Mexico
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Not Available
Position range in Las Cruces MSA $41k - $56k Per Year Blade Operator
Fisher Industries
Location of the job site is near Lordsburg/Deming
Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.
If you require an accommodation to submit an application, please email hrdept@fisherind.com to request an accommodation. This email is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Occupation:
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsLocation:
Las Cruces, NM - 88011Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)Posted:
08/11/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
ZipRecruiter | Fisher IndustriesWeb Site:
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ZipRecruiter Job #: 0ed5e3013 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.comPOSITION
SCOPEThe Blade Operator will be responsible for grading and maintaining haul roads, construction of new roadways, as well as placing and finishing aggregate surfacing products. This position may include day or night shift work, travel, overtime, and weekend work.Location of the job site is near Lordsburg/Deming
NM.PRIMARY DUTIES
Operate equipment used to spread gravel base or shouldering material, shape and finish slopes and shouldersPrepare sub grade to allowable tolerancesDrive and maneuver equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks, and to distribute and level work siteOperate equipment in a safe manner while avoiding potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objectsMaintains, services, repairs, adjusts, and tests machines, devices, and moving parts of equipmentPerforms visual and safety inspection of equipment ensuring proper air pressure in tires, proper fluid levels or perform minor repairs as neededEffectively communicates and coordinates equipment and crew activities through verbal and hand signalsCollaborate with managers, contractors, engineers, at work sitesSafety, Safety, Safety comply with all OSHA and company policies, procedures, and standards of safetyPerform other duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 2 years of blade operating experience Valid Driver's License Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy is required OSHA certification or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certificationExcellent communication skillsThe ability to follow and enforce safe work practicesSelf-directed and can work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to pass a pre-employment drug test Extended out-of-town travel, night shift, and/or weekend work may be required Fisher Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.
If you require an accommodation to submit an application, please email hrdept@fisherind.com to request an accommodation. This email is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application. Job Posted by ApplicantPro