Scraper Operator (Watford City, ND)

Central Specialties•Watford City, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Specialties, Inc. is a third generation, family owned, general road contracting company serving Minnesota and the Dakotas. We take pride in the reputation we have built for providing responsive customer service, on the job safety, efficient and high-quality products and services. Our skilled workforce of 425+ employees is dedicated to quality and excellence. It's the pride our employees take in their work that keeps CSI at the top of the industry. What sets us apart! Family owned and operated Best equipment and technology Building the best roads start to finish Benefits of joining our team! Traveling throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Iowa Winters off Working outdoors Company paid training opportunities We promote from within A Scraper Operator is responsible for operating heavy construction equipment known as scrapers. These machines are used to excavate, load, and transport earth, rock, and other materials on construction sites. The Scraper Operator plays a crucial role in earthmoving and site preparation projects, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality in all operations.

Requirements

Must be able to travel throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Iowa
Regular, consistent attendance and regular overtime at all assigned job sites.
Valid Driver’s License, preferably Class A.
Acceptable motor vehicle record.
Previous heavy equipment operating experience.
Strong mechanical skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
Physical strength and endurance to perform all principal duties and responsibilities

Responsibilities

Maneuver the scraper safely and accurately to avoid damage to property, underground utilities, or other equipment.
While operating equipment, maintain clear and effective communication with the site supervisor, team members, and ground personnel using verbal and non-verbal hand signals.
Prioritize safety at all times, following company and industry safety guidelines and protocols.
Perform routine maintenance on the scraper, such as greasing, checking fluid levels, and cleaning the equipment.
Operate scrapers and other heavy equipment to perform tasks such as grading, leveling, excavating, and pushing materials.
Maneuver the scraper to dig, load, and transport materials as required.
Load materials, such as dirt, gravel, or other construction materials, into the scraper's bowl or pan.
Transport materials to designated areas on the construction site, maintaining a consistent speed and load distribution.
Performs other tasks as needed