Motor Grader Operator

United Infrastructure; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Motor Grader Operator to join their team. This role involves operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure that construction surfaces are accessible under various weather conditions. You will be responsible for maintaining equipment, performing inspections, and assisting craft workers on-site. With a commitment to safety and excellence, this organization offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its workforce. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the transportation construction sector, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salaries

Generous Performance Bonuses

Robust Subsistence Allowances

Comprehensive Health Plans

401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Training and Education Assistance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience operating a motor grader at finish grade level.
• Knowledge of road construction processes and materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate grader and heavy equipment safely to ensure accessible roadways.
• Inspect and maintain equipment daily for proper working condition.
• Assist craft workers and perform physical labor at construction sites.

Skills

Motor Grader Operation

GPS Automation

Supervisory Skills

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Road Construction Equipment Knowledge

Record Keeping Systems Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Hand Tools

Job description

United Infrastructure Group continues to be a leader in the transportation construction industry in the southeast with a 100+ year history of delivering successful projects by hiring exceptional employees to work in a professional family environment. UIG is committed to developing the best workforce possible by constantly recruiting, training, and promoting construction industry professionals throughout our organization.

Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits:

• Highly Competitive Salaries
• Generous Performance Bonuses
• Robust Subsistence Allowances
• Comprehensive Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Strong 401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan with 100% Matching Contributions up to 4% of compensation
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Training, Education, Certification, and Qualification Assistance

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

Primary Function of Motor Grader Operator: Operate the grader and other heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner to ensure roadways and construction surfaces are accessible in a variety of weather conditions. The Grader Operator must also clean, maintain, and secure all equipment. May also perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. Assist craft workers and operate on a construction crew.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Respond quickly to foreman’s directions.
• Operate the grader and other heavy equipment in a safe, efficient, and appropriate manner to specifications.
• Inspect and maintain equipment daily, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled/required.
• Proper machine start-up, operation, and shutdown knowledge.
• Report any mechanical problems encountered with equipment.
• Perform emergency repairs.
• Set up and tear down equipment.
• Must be safety minded and adhere to all safety policies.
• Control traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.
• Load or unload materials used in construction or extraction.
• Full range of body motion including handling and operating levers or controls, manual dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Use of foot-controlled pedals.
• Drive machines onto truck trailers.
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Final grade met by utilizing the string line and/or GPS.
• Provide assistance to craft workers.
• Dismantle equipment or temporary structures.
• Mix, pour, or spread concrete and other materials.
• Maintain hand and power tools.
• Dig holes or trenches.
• Operate pumps or compressors.
• Clean or prepare construction sites for work activities and to eliminate possible hazards.
• Gather and distribute supplies and tools on the jobsite.
• Other duties as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Three to five years of experience operating a motor grader at the finish grade level.
• GPS automation experience preferred, not required.
• Ability to supervise and manage a site crew.
• Must observe safety procedures and report any potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Knowledge of road construction equipment.
• Knowledge of road construction materials and road construction processes.
• Knowledge of record keeping systems.
• Must follow policies and procedures and support UIG’s Mission.

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Class 1 Driver’s License.
• Heavy Equipment Operator certificate or credential, preferred.
• Able to pass a Drug Test.
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US.
• Additional Requirements for Grader Operators/Craft Workers:
• Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license required).
• Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools), if applicable.
• May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities).
• Must be able to physically and repetitively lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a routine basis.

UIG IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER