Finish Motor Grader

Granite Construction; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction in Alaska seeks an experienced equipment operator to run a motor grader for subgrade preparation on road projects. This union-represented role requires reading plans, following safety protocols, and maintaining equipment daily.

The candidate should be able to read engineering drawings, work in dusty environments, and ensure grading accuracy by judging slopes and distances. High school diploma or equivalent is required, with proper certification as needed.

Qualifications

• Read engineering drawings and interpret plans for grading work.
• Maintain strict safety habits and comply with safety standards.
• Work in dusty or dirty environments while staying productive.
• Follow written and oral instructions to meet standards.
• Accurately judge distances and slopes for proper grading.
• Make decisions based on verifiable standards and specs.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor with blade attached to level subgrade for road prep.
• Align machine and depth gauge with reference stakes on ground.
• Attach different blades or attachments as needed.
• Experience with GPS is a plus for precision grading.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Inspect equipment daily, grease, and oil to keep it in good condition.

Skills

Read engineering drawing

Safety conscious

Work in dusty environment

Follow instructions

Judge distances and slopes

Decision making based on standards

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do. Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century‑old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

Operates tractor equipped with blade attached across front to level subgrade preparatory to constructing roads.

This is a union‑represented position.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Ability to operate motor grader in a safe and efficient manner per company safety standards.
• Aligning machine, cutterhead or depth gauge marker with reference stakes and guidelines on the ground.
• Attaching different blades or attachments to equipment.
• Experience with GPS is a plus.
• Grading experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
• Conduct equipment inspections, grease, and oil daily to maintain proper working condition.

Education

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience.

Certification

• Proper certification required.

Work Experience

• Appropriate training and experience required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Read engineering drawing.
• Practice good safety habits.
• Work in dusty or dirty surroundings.
• Follow instructions and meet set standards.
• Judge distances and slopes accurately.
• Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

Physical Requirements

• Stoop, bend, and crouch.
• Use hands, arms, and legs fully.
• See well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Granite is a Drug‑Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.