Grading Skid Loader Operator

Bituminous Roadways, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 48,608 - 69,230; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Training

Advancement opportunities

Family Oriented – Annual events

Job summary

A leading asphalt pavement solutions provider in Saint Paul is seeking a Grading Skid Loader Operator to operate a skid steer/loader for fine grading and material handling in asphalt paving projects. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, a CDL license, and 1-3 years of related experience. Benefits include health and welfare options, PTO program, and referral bonuses. This position requires safety-consciousness, reliability, and willingness to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience operating skid steer equipment in a grading or site prep role.
• Ability to read and understand grade stakes, laser levels, and/or GPS grade control.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer to assist in grading, finishing work and curb/corner work.
• Make normal operating adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finished cross section.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors.

Skills

Operating skid steer equipment

Teamwork

Communication

Safety consciousness

Education

High school education or GED

CDL License

Job description

Bituminous Roadways, Inc.

Location: 1520 Commerce Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55120

Hiring Season: 2026 (no longer hiring for 2025 positions)

Department: Field Operations

Job Type: Full-Time / Seasonal

Pay Scale: Journeyman Union Scale. $42.77 per hour (based on experience and/or size and type of equipment)

Union Benefits & Additional Information:

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• Health & Welfare Benefits and Pension would all remain through your union.
• As a salaried employee, you will be a non-bargaining union member.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO (ESST) Program covering all time away from work.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.

Job Summary: The Grading Skid Loader Operator is responsible for operating a skid steer/loader to perform fine grading, base preparation, and material handling for asphalt paving projects. This position plays a vital role in ensuring subgrades are level, compacted, and properly sloped to support long‑lasting pavement installations.

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test. References may also be checked. We participate in E-.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Duties & Requirements:

• Operates skid to assist in grading including finishing work and curb/corner work.
• Make normal operating adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finished cross section.
• May perform other related duties to include adding or removing extensions, and buckets.
• Display a professional and respectful attitude towards co‑workers, supervisors, inspectors, and the general public at all times.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors.
• Assist with general labor tasks when equipment operation is not required.
• Follow all job site safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Assist with job setup and breakdown, including moving and positioning equipment.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors.
• Follow company and industry safety standards and procedures at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of job site and equipment.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience operating skid steer equipment in a grading or site prep role.
• CDL LICENSE REQUIRED; Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with grading for asphalt paving or road construction projects preferred.
• Ability to read and understand grade stakes, laser levels, and/or GPS grade control.
• Familiar with safe operation of skid loader attachments.
• Team‑oriented with strong communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to safety and quality.
• Must be safety‑conscious, reliable, and able to work well in a team environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• High school education or GED equivalent.

Live up to our company Core Values:

• Safety- Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality- Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future. Quality leads to consistency. Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect- Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace.
• Integrity- Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation. Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality. Commitment shows and can be contagious.

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do and have an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work. Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join BR:

• Family owned and operated.
• Paid Training.
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within.
• No out of town jobs / home every night.
• Family Oriented – Annual events.

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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