Grader Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) seeks an experienced Motor Grader Operator to support asphalt projects. You will operate graders, prepare sites, and work with crew to ensure quality and efficiency on road construction and grading tasks.

Candidates should have 3+ years of heavy equipment experience, be able to read construction plans, and communicate effectively with team members to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
• 3+ years of heavy equipment experience in construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor grader to grade and level surfaces for roads and foundations.
• Maintain safety, efficiency, and high-quality workmanship on site.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Coordinate with crew and subcontractors to meet schedules and budget.
• Understand project schedules and deadlines; communicate progress.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and safety procedures followed.
• Identify and resolve issues arising during construction.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Reading plans

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Heavy equipment training

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Motor Grader Operator to work on our asphalt projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operating motor graders for road construction, site preparation, and grading projects. This person will work closely with other crew members to ensure that projects are completed to the highest level of quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor grader equipment to grade and level surfaces for roads, foundations, and other construction projects.

• Ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest level of quality

• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed

• Communicate regularly with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget

• Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines

• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained and that safety procedures are followed at all times

• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred

• 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, with experience in a construction setting preferred

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement

• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)