Webber - Motor Grade Operator (Fine) - Heavy Civil WPN

Ferrovial•San Antonio, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is hiring a Motor Grade Operator to perform finish-grade work on new roads and highways. The operator uses motor graders, some equipped with GPS and laser-controlled grading systems, to meet blue-top or other close specification controls. Work is subject to strict inspection and must closely conform to specifications. The role also includes maintaining the grader, following safety policies, reporting unsafe activities, and contributing to team and company goals. Other duties may be assigned. The position involves heavy physical activity at outdoor construction sites, including changing weather conditions, extreme cold and heat, wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, elevated or precarious locations, and usually loud noise. Employees must be able to move around a jobsite, negotiate minor obstacles, climb ladders and inclines, operate heavy equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Selected candidates for field positions must pass a drug screen and medical exam; some positions may also require a background check.

Requirements

Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing.
Ability to move throughout a construction jobsite, including negotiating minor obstacles and climbing ladders and inclines.
Ability to operate heavy equipment and lift up to 50 pounds.
Proficiency in basic geometry, algebra, and mathematics as applicable to the work.
Knowledge of and compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
Selected candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Selected candidates for field positions must pass a medical exam and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
Five or more years of heavy highway and civil construction experience as a Finish Blade Operator or Motor Grade Operator is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate motor graders, some equipped with GPS and laser-controlled grading systems.
Perform finish-grade work to blue tops or other close specification controls, meeting strict inspection and specification requirements.
Maintain the motor grader, including oiling, greasing, and making necessary equipment adjustments.
Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
Report unsafe activities to a supervisor and/or Human Resources.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Act fairly, honestly, reliably, and diligently to gain the respect of others.
Perform other duties as assigned.