Road Grader Operator

Alberta Urban Municipalities Association; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Cardston County is seeking a reliable Road Grader Operator to join the Public Works Department. The role is based in Division 3 – Del Bonita, Alberta, and focuses on maintaining the rural road network.

You will operate and maintain a motor grader to ensure safe, accessible roads year-round. The ideal candidate has prior experience with motor graders, knowledge of gravel road construction and drainage, and the ability to perform equipment inspections and minor maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a motor grader, preferably in rural road maintenance.
• Knowledge of gravel road construction, grading techniques, and drainage maintenance.
• Ability to conduct equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Valid driver's licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work additional hours when required, particularly during snow removal and emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a motor grader to maintain and improve gravel roads throughout the assigned division.
• Perform regular road grading, drainage maintenance, snow removal, and other road maintenance duties.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is operated safely and in accordance with County policies and procedures.
• Work independently to manage assigned road maintenance responsibilities.
• Communicate professionally with County residents and members of the public.
• Assist with emergency road maintenance and additional duties as required.

Skills

Motor grader operation

Road maintenance

Safety consciousness

Independent worker

Job description

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Employment Opportunity – Road Grader Operator

Cardston County | Division 3 – Del Bonita, Alberta

Cardston County is currently accepting applications for a reliable, experienced, and safety-conscious Road Grader Operator to join our Public Works Department. This position is based in Division 3, serving the Del Bonita area, and plays an important role in maintaining the County's rural road network.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining a motor grader to ensure County roads remain safe and accessible throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a motor grader to maintain and improve gravel roads throughout the assigned division.
• Perform regular road grading, drainage maintenance, snow removal, and other road maintenance duties.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is operated safely and in accordance with County policies and procedures.
• Work independently to manage assigned road maintenance responsibilities.
• Communicate professionally with County residents and members of the public.
• Assist with emergency road maintenance and additional duties as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience operating a motor grader, preferably in rural road maintenance.
• Knowledge of gravel road construction, grading techniques, and drainage maintenance.
• Ability to conduct equipment inspections and perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Valid driver's licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work additional hours when required, particularly during snow removal and emergency operations.

What Cardston County Offers

Cardston County offers a competitive wage of $66,000 to $83,000, a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional development.