Motor Grader Operator

Overview

Join our dynamic construction team as a Motor Grader Operator, where you will play a vital role in shaping and leveling the terrain for various infrastructure projects. Your expertise in operating heavy machinery will ensure precise grading, excavation, and utility work that meet project specifications and safety standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse construction sites, utilizing your skills to contribute to large-scale developments while maintaining a strong focus on safety and equipment reliability.

Duties

• Operate motor graders and related heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and water trucks to perform grading, excavation, and utility installation tasks.
• Conduct routine maintenance and safety inspections on construction machinery, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to equipment safety procedures.
• Perform construction utility work including utility locating, trenching, and backfilling to support infrastructure development.
• Follow federal construction safety regulations and safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for all team members.
• Assist with construction site preparation by performing earthmoving activities, leveling surfaces, and preparing the ground for paving or other structural work.
• Collaborate with project managers and other operators to execute construction grading plans accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records of equipment usage, maintenance activities, and safety inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Experience

• Proven experience operating heavy construction machinery such as motor graders, excavators, loaders, and water trucks in a construction setting.
• Strong knowledge of construction grading techniques, excavation processes, and utility installation procedures.
• Familiarity with construction utility work including utility locating and trenching methods.
• Knowledge of federal construction safety regulations and equipment safety procedures is essential.
• Mechanical knowledge related to construction machinery maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Previous experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects or civil construction sites is highly desirable.
• Valid commercial driver’s license with experience in commercial truck driving preferred; familiarity with Caterpillar equipment is a plus.

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 55.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person