Grading - Heavy Equipment Operator - Scraper (Pan)

Smith-Rowe, LLC; Burlington, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance Premiums

Health Reimbursement Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Matching Contributions

Life Insurance

Job summary

Smith-Rowe, LLC in Burlington, NC is hiring a Scraper (Pan) Operator for the Grading Department. The role requires prior scraper experience, strong knowledge of grading, and a commitment to safety. Local or relocated candidates are considered, with benefits and opportunities for advancement within the company.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, operating the scraper to move dirt, and maintaining a clean work environment across the site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year previous experience operating a Scraper, preferably on roads/highways.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be safety oriented and able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Pre/post daily scraper inspections; report repairs or maintenance needs.
• Operate Scraper (Pan) to move dirt as part of grading tasks.
• Maintain clean equipment and jobsite housekeeping.

Skills

Scraper operation

Grading knowledge

Safety oriented

Communication

Ability to travel

Punctual/dependable

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

OSHA regulations

Job description

Grading - Heavy Equipment Operator - Scraper (Pan)

Smith Rowe, LLC – Burlington, NC 27215

Want to be part of a company who gives back to their employees? You've stopped at the right ad! We expect a lot from our employees, but we also give a lot in return.

We care about our employees by providing an exceptional benefits package. We also work to further our employees’ careers by doing our best to promote within the company. If you care about job performance , work well with others, can be accountable, have a positive attitude, can follow company / safety guidelines, are dependable , punctual , respond positively to supervision, you will be a great fit for our company!

Operating since 1983, the Smith-Rowe Team has grown and developed into a formidable construction company. Our organization employs teams with capabilities in structures, grading, utilities, storm drain, retaining walls, sound walls, signage, demolition, crushing, logging, clearing and grubbing and marine construction.

• Employee Paid Premiums for Medical Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Position Overview: This position requires relocation or a local candidate. The company does not offer relocation benefits. The position of a Scraper (Pan) Operator in the Grading Department is not an entry level job and requires previous experience in the grading industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs pre and post daily inspection of scraper to ensure that the machine is in proper working order. Includes fluid checks and proper lubrication. Performs some maintenance and reports to supervisor when repair or other maintenance is needed
• Operates Scraper (Pan) to move dirt.
• Maintains clean housekeeping on machine and jobsite

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year previous experience (preferably more) operating a Scraper with emphasis on roads and highways is preferred.
• High school diploma/GED, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must have strong knowledge of grading
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be safety oriented
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions, communicate tactfully and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the public
• Able to learn and comply with all safety policies and procedures and OSHA regulations
• Able to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures
• Ability to travel and to work overtime when required
• Must be able to pass a drug screen
• Must have a strong work ethic
• Must be 18 years of age

Physical Demands:

• Able to push and pull with hands, arms, and feet repetitively
• Must have good visual and auditory physical capabilities in order to manage sights and sounds in a hazardous construction environment
• Able to be alert and cognitive of multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including awareness of other employees, subcontractors, machinery, equipment, and moving traffic when applicable
• Coordination between hand, eyes, feet to guide equipment and objects is required
• Must be able to mount and dismount off of vehicles and equipment
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Must be able to travel as requested
• Must be able to work overtime as requested
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds

Environmental Working Conditions

• All work is performed outside in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Exposure to all elements of nature
• Exposure to all types of terrain

NOTE: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of an employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an employee. An employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.