Grading Operator - Local Union Benefits & Growth

Payne & Dolan, Inc.; Gladstone (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Union Benefits

Robust Walbec training and development

Ongoing career growth opportunities

Job summary

Walbec Group in the Midwest is seeking an Operator to work in our Grading department. Under the Foreman, you will operate several types of grading construction equipment safely and efficiently to support road construction projects.

This role requires reading grade stakes and machine control displays, ensuring accurate grades, safe maneuvering in tight spaces, routine maintenance, and clear incident reporting. We value safety, teamwork, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Read and understand grade stakes and automated machine control displays.
• Operate grading construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read layouts and grade stakes to set plan elevations.
• Safely maneuver machinery in tight spaces around people and utilities.
• Assist with repairs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to move earth and materials at construction sites.
• Clear and grade land for road construction projects.
• Read grade stakes and machine control displays to ensure correct grades.
• Maneuver equipment safely around workers, traffic, and utilities.
• Maintain and secure equipment; report safety incidents.
• Assist with repairs as needed.

Skills

Grade stakes reading

Operate grading equipment

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Communication

Job description

Walbec Group in the Midwest is seeking an Operator to work in our Grading department. Under the Foreman, you will operate several types of grading construction equipment safely and efficiently to support road construction projects.

This role requires reading grade stakes and machine control displays, ensuring accurate grades, safe maneuvering in tight spaces, routine maintenance, and clear incident reporting. We value safety, teamwork, and reliability.