Motor Grader Operator

Hubbard • Clearwater, FL

63d • Onsite

About The Position

A Motor Grader Equipment Operator is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described more fully, below. A Motor Grader Equipment Operator typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the work flow dictates.

Requirements

• Requires demonstrable previous experience as a Motor Grader Equipment Operator.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.
• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Proper pre-start and daily Maintenance Including lubrication
• Keep equipment clean and well maintained
• Notify supervisor if equipment needs repair
• Tire pressure checks
• Monitor all engine gauges
• Operating skills in blade control
• Scrap and level dirt
• Mix materials
• Shape and blade sub grades
• Balance and rough shaping of base course materials
• Operate to fine grade specifications
• Fine grade horizontal surfaces, shoulders and slopes
• Grade plan requirements and set grade standards
• Dressing of shoulders and slopes
• Demonstrate the ability to lead a crew and delegate work within work scope
• Understand production and quantity requirements
• Utilize automatic grade control system
• Schedule work and maintain production
• Set forth specifications and plans
• Understand basic survey nomenclature
• Judge distance and slopes accurately
• Make decision based on verifiable standards
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Real Estate
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees