Equipment Operator - Grading

TALLEY CONSTRUCTION; Rossville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and long

Disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth and upsk

Job summary

Talley Construction, a CRH Company, seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator for road, site and highway construction in the Georgia/Tennessee region. This full-time role requires experience operating heavy equipment and adherence to safety standards.

You will work shifts up to 12 hours, follow company policies and OSHA regulations, and support a team focused on quality and efficiency. High school diploma and 3–5 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience operating heavy road construction equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety standards per Company Policy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for road, site, and highway construction.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company policies for safe working procedures.
• Maintain attendance to ensure crew operates at normal efficiency.
• Maintain courteous and professional conduct with coworkers, customers and public.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Road construction

Safety compliance

OSHA regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID529718-Posted10/08/2026-AMAT-Talley Construction-Full Time-Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt

Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast Alabama. For over 50 years, Talley Construction has established a reputation for quality and innovation. We recognize that our success is directly related to the talents, hard work, and dedication of the individuals who have joined our family. At Talley Construction, we invest in our people, by offering competitive wages, benefits and the opportunity to grow a career.

If you’re looking for a challenging career with growth potential and commitment to being the best in the industry, come join our family!

Position Overview

This is a highly skilled position involving the operation of heavy equipment on road, site or highway construction.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Must possess a solid understanding of all aspects of the construction industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to grading

Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment

Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level

Attitude/cooperation: always maintaining courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers and public.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

High school degree or equivalent is preferred but not required

Must have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience operating heavy road construction equipment

Work Requirements

Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift is 8-12 hours

May oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to the equipment

Ability to operate or initiative to learn to operate other equipment required

Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county/or state work may be required

Ability to follow instructions and practice safety standards per Company Safety Policy requirements

Ability to adhere to PPE (personal protective equipment) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition as supplied by company

Requires riding to and from job sites. If operating company vehicle, employee must meet APAC Driver Qualification Standard.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Ability to understand grades and elevations in site work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Following motions may be required: climbing, sitting, stooping, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, pushing, pulling, vibration, twisting, kneeling, throwing, reaching

Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

Must be able to adapt and work in extreme weather temperatures

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for repetitious lifting while using proper lifting techniques.

Will be exposed to extremes of heat or cold weather.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Talley Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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