Grading Equipment Operator

CRH•Apac, KS

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas. Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times. If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team. Check out this great opportunity!

Requirements

Ability to perform all essential functions of the job to a satisfactory standard.
High School diploma or GED preferred, but not mandatory.
1-2 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum age: 18 years.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check.
Must comply with all company safety protocols and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and support co-workers and supervisors as needed.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license per state requirements (DL/CDL, Class A and/or B, with potential hazmat and tanker endorsements).
Willingness to travel and work at remote job sites, including possible overnight stays.
Flexibility to work nights and weekends as project demands arise.
Required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shields and safety (hard toe) shoes in designated areas, per OSHA/MSHA and company guidelines.
Full compliance with OSHA and/or MSHA regulations is mandatory.
Proficient in operating heavy and complex construction equipment.
Understanding of construction materials, methods, and tools.
Awareness of hazards and safety measures related to equipment operation and construction sites.
Familiarity with trenching and shoring standards.
Ability to perform safe, skilled operation of equipment in varied and challenging conditions, exercising sound judgment.
Competency in reading, writing, and basic math for record-keeping and understanding blueprints or job documents.
Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions, and to communicate effectively.
Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.

Nice To Haves

A current DOT Medical Card is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of construction equipment and machinery—such as excavators, skid-steers, loaders, graders, and rollers—efficiently and safely across different job sites.
Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA safety regulations.
Report issues or incidents promptly to supervisors or management.
Adhere to daily assignments and project expectations from the Foreman.
Perform minor maintenance on equipment and report major problems.
Complete daily equipment inspections and required documentation.
Help train less-experienced team members in equipment operation, servicing, and repair.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Carry out other tasks as assigned.