Blade Operator - Waddell, AZ

Sundt Construction • Tempe, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Blade Operator operates heavy construction equipment for a project involving civil utilities, roadway excavation and grading, site mass excavation and balance, asphalt paving, and hardscaping in support of construction of a combustion turbine power generation plant. The role includes safely operating assigned equipment and performing preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds to ensure it is safe to use. The position is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety standards and procedures. The anticipated project duration is approximately two years. The schedule is 40 or more hours per week, with overtime as needed. Compensation is $30–$38 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience operating a blade with GPS.
• Minimum industrial/commercial construction industry experience varies by level: three years for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, and six or more years for higher experience levels.
• In-depth understanding of the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, and safety and quality standards.
• Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Heavy civil or road construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a variety of heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, and water trucks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds of assigned equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all crew members.
• Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
• Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
• Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
• Share knowledge and teach others.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications; explain deficiencies and take corrective action as necessary.
• Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transporting, material storage, and wasted time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed