Blade Operator

fisher; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries in New Mexico is seeking a Blade Operator to grade and maintain haul roads and construct new roadways, with potential day or night shifts and travel.

The role requires at least 2 years of blade operating experience, a valid driver’s license, and a commitment to safety; the company offers competitive pay and opportunities on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of blade operating experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Acceptable MVR according to Fisher's Vehicle Program policy.
• OSHA certification or willingness to obtain; Fisher will pay.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow and enforce safe work practices.
• Self-directed and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Extended out-of-town travel, night shifts, and/or weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to spread gravel base or shouldering material and finish slopes.
• Prepare sub grade to allowable tolerances.
• Drive and maneuver equipment in passes to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks and to distribute and level the site.
• Operate equipment safely around hazards and obstructions.
• Maintain, service, repair, adjust, and test machines and moving parts.
• Perform visual and safety inspections and minor repairs as needed.
• Communicate and coordinate activities via verbal and hand signals with crew.
• Collaborate with managers, contractors, and engineers at work sites.
• Adhere to OSHA and company safety policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blade operator

Driver's license

MVR policy

OSHA certification

Communication

Safety

Independent work

Drug test

Travel willingness

Job description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com

POSITION SCOPE

The Blade Operator will be responsible for grading and maintaining haul roads, construction of new roadways, as well as placing and finishing aggregate surfacing products. This position may include day or night shift work, travel, overtime, and weekend work.

Location of the job site is near Lordsburg/Deming NM.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Operate equipment used to spread gravel base or shouldering material, shape and finish slopes and shoulders
• Prepare sub grade to allowable tolerances
• Drive and maneuver equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, and rocks, and to distribute and level work site
• Operate equipment in a safe manner while avoiding potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects
• Maintains, services, repairs, adjusts, and tests machines, devices, and moving parts of equipment
• Performs visual and safety inspection of equipment ensuring proper air pressure in tires, proper fluid levels or perform minor repairs as needed
• Effectively communicates and coordinates equipment and crew activities through verbal and hand signals
• Collaborate with managers, contractors, engineers, at work sites
• Safety, Safety, Safety comply with all OSHA and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 years of blade operating experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy is required
• OSHA certification or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certification
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to follow and enforce safe work practices
• Self-directed and can work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Extended out-of-town travel, night shift, and/or weekend work may be required

Fisher Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

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