Grader Operator Springdale, AR, Springdale, AR Heavy Equipment Operator

ESS Companies; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Springdale, AR seeks an experienced Motor Grader Operator to work on asphalt projects. You will operate motor graders for road construction and grading, collaborating with crew members to ensure quality and on-schedule delivery.

The role requires 3+ years of heavy equipment operation, ability to read plans, and strong safety and communication skills. Employment is full-time with on-site work at our asphalt sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, vocational heavy equipment training preferred.
• 3+ years experience operating heavy equipment in construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor grader to grade and level surfaces for roads and foundations.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Communicate with crew and subcontractors to meet schedule and budget.
• Identify and resolve issues during construction.
• Follow safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Reading plans

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Vocational 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).

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.