Experienced Grading Operator

Walbec Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Medical Plan

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid parental leave

Profit sharing

Generous PTO

Job summary

Walbec Group is seeking an Operator for the Grading department in Michigan. The role involves operating various grading construction equipment, ensuring safety, and performing maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates will have machinery operation experience and the ability to read grade stakes. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including employer-paid medical plans, PTO, and professional development opportunities. Walbec is an EEO and encourages women and minorities to apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various grading construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Capable of reading and understanding grade stakes and automated displays.
• Experience in maintaining and securing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to move construction materials and earth.
• Clear and grade land for road construction.
• Maneuver machinery in tight quarters around people and utilities.
• Ensure proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.

Skills

Machinery operation

Safety procedures

Grade reading

Equipment maintenance

Job description

**Job Description:****About Walbec Group**Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.**The Position:** We're looking for **an** **Operator** to work in our Grading department. Under the direction of the Foreman, the Operator will be responsible for operating several types of related grading construction equipment in a safe and efficient manner.**Requirements:** Use machinery to move construction materials, earth and other heavy materials at construction sitesOperate equipment that clears and grades land to prepare it for construction of roads. Work with one or several types of power construction equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize the risk of injury and property damageAble to read and understand grade stakes, automated machine control cab displays, etc.Depending on assignment, able to make rough grade, finish grade as needed.Depending on assignment, able to safely maneuver machinery in tight quarters, around people, traffic and utilitiesClean, maintain and secure all equipmentEnsure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followedAssist with repairs as needed**The Benefits:*** Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards* Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)* Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance* Flex Spending Account (FSA)* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage* Paid parental leave* Generous PTO and paid holidays* Profit sharing* Robust Walbec training and professional development program* Ongoing career growth opportunitiesWe are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!