Finish Grade Operator

W.T. Byler Co, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Short/Long term disability

Employee discounts

Job summary

WT Byler Co., Inc. in Houston, TX is hiring a Finish Grade Operator to support earthwork, grading, and site preparation on infrastructure projects.

You will operate excavators, dozers, maintainers and mixers, read grade stakes and drawings, and ensure work meets tight tolerances. You must have at least 2 years of finish-grade experience in heavy civil construction, be skilled with GPS grading systems (Trimble/Topcon), hold a valid driver’s license, and be willing to travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of finish-grade operator experience in heavy civil construction or site development.
• Experience operating excavators, dozers, maintainers (motor graders), and mixers.
• Proficiency with GPS-controlled grading systems such as Trimble or Topcon.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to grade to tight tolerances of ±0.1 foot or better.
• Strong understanding of site drainage, slopes, soil stabilization, and compaction requirements.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, dozers, maintainers, and mixers to support earthwork, grading, site preparation, and soil stabilization.
• Perform finish grading to specified tolerances for roadways, pads, and utility installations.
• Work from grade stakes, construction drawings, GPS systems, and supervisor instructions to meet project specifications.
• Coordinate with surveyors, grade checkers, and foremen to verify elevations, slopes, and grading accuracy.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections, perform basic preventive maintenance, and report mechanical issues.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while following project safety and environmental requirements.
• Uphold WT Byler’s commitment to safety, integrity, and performance excellence.

Skills

Finish grade operator

Excavator operation

Dozer operation

Maintainer (motor grader) operation

Mixer operation

GPS grading

Reading plans/drawings

CDL (preferred)

Tools

Trimble GPS

Topcon GPS

Job description

About Us

For the last 52 years, WT Byler has built our reputation on consistent project delivery with exceptional cost and schedule performance, that never compromises safety or quality. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we provide full service site development and turnkey railroad construction services for the industrial, petrochemical, commercial and railroad industries in the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast region. We support career advancement through professional training and development and a majority of our employees have 10 years of tenure or more. We are currently hiring...

About This Role

WT Byler, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a skilled and reliable Finish Grade Operator to join our team in Houston, TX. This role supports precise grading and site preparation across infrastructure and industrial construction projects. The ideal candidate has experience operating excavators, dozers, maintainers (motor graders), and mixers, with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

What You'll Do

• Operate excavators, dozers, maintainers, and mixers to support earthwork, grading, site preparation, and soil stabilization.
• Perform finish grading to specified tolerances for roadways, pads, and utility installations.
• Work from grade stakes, construction drawings, GPS systems, and supervisor instructions to meet project specifications.
• Coordinate with surveyors, grade checkers, and foremen to verify elevations, slopes, and grading accuracy.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections, perform basic preventive maintenance, and report mechanical issues.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while following project safety and environmental requirements.
• Uphold WT Byler’s commitment to safety, integrity, and performance excellence.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a finish grade operator in heavy civil construction or site development.
• Experience operating excavators, dozers, maintainers (motor graders), and mixers.
• Proficiency with GPS-controlled grading systems, such as Trimble or Topcon.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to grade to tight tolerances of ±0.1 foot or better.
• Strong understanding of site drainage, slopes, soil stabilization, and compaction requirements.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project locations.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.

What You'll Get

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long-term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.