Finish Grade Operator | GPS Grading & Heavy Civil

Quanta Environmental Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

WT Byler, a Quanta Services company, seeks a skilled Finish Grade Operator to join our Houston team. You will support earthwork and grading on infrastructure projects, operating excavators, dozers, graders, and mixers with GPS guidance to meet project specifications.

Strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity is required. 2+ years of finish grade experience and the ability to travel to project sites are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as finish grade operator in heavy civil construction.
• Experience operating excavators, dozers, graders, and mixers.
• Proficiency with GPS grading systems such as Trimble or Topcon.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to grade to tolerances of ±0.1 foot or better.
• Strong understanding of site drainage, slopes, soil stabilization, and compaction.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, dozers, maintainers, and mixers to support earthwork, grading, site preparation, and soil stabilization.
• Finish grade 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 experience

Excavator operation

Dozer operation

GPS grading systems

Reading site plans

Grade tolerance ±0.1 ft

Site drainage knowledge

Driver's license

Willing to travel

Outdoor work

Tools

Trimble GPS

Topcon GPS

Job description

WT Byler, a Quanta Services company, seeks a skilled Finish Grade Operator to join our Houston team. You will support earthwork and grading on infrastructure projects, operating excavators, dozers, graders, and mixers with GPS guidance to meet project specifications.

Strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity is required. 2+ years of finish grade experience and the ability to travel to project sites are essential for success in this role.