Dozer & Finish Grade Operator — Grading Specialist

Kids for the Future; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 39,950 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement plan 401(k) match

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Tapani Inc. is seeking a Dozer / Finish Grade Operator to run dozers and heavy equipment on active site projects, following the Foreman's plan and schedule. You will perform rough and finish grading, maintain elevations and slopes, and ensure work aligns with project specs.

We value safety, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving. Successful candidates have 1–2 years of equipment operation experience, read grade stakes, and can work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• 1–2 years prior experience as an equipment operator.
• Experience operating dozers and performing rough or finish grading.
• Ability to read grade stakes and site plans.
• Certification in First Aid, CPR, Confined Space, Competent Person, Rigging and Signaling.
• Forklifts, butt fusion, electrofuse, and trucking certifications.
• Physically able to lift 50–100 pounds daily.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Foreman to understand the plan for the day.
• Ensure equipment is warmed up and operational at shift start.
• Maintain communication with field workers for safe, efficient results.
• Operate dozers and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Perform rough and finish grading to required elevations and slopes.
• Read grade stakes, site plans, and elevation information.
• Use GPS or machine control systems when applicable.
• Assist with tasks to ensure a quality Tapani Inc. project.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Teaching / coaching

Physical stamina

Education

High school education or equivalent

First Aid, CPR, Confined Space, Competent Person, Rigging and Signaling certifications

Forklifts, butt fusion, electrofuse, and trucking certifications

Tools

GPS or machine control systems

Job description

Tapani Inc. is seeking a Dozer / Finish Grade Operator to run dozers and heavy equipment on active site projects, following the Foreman's plan and schedule. You will perform rough and finish grading, maintain elevations and slopes, and ensure work aligns with project specs.

We value safety, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving. Successful candidates have 1–2 years of equipment operation experience, read grade stakes, and can work outdoors in varying conditions.