Motor Grader Operator

Burgess Civil; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Burgess Civil in the Tampa Bay area is seeking a seasoned Motor Grader Operator to join our team. You will operate, tune, and inspect motor graders to meet project specs while working across diverse sites.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of heavy civil experience, a clean driving record, and a strong safety mindset. You will collaborate with operators, laborers, and supervisors to deliver quality infrastructure on time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating a motor grader in heavy civil construction.
• Proficient in setup, adjustment, and routine maintenance of motor graders.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints.
• Strong safety focus and adherence to regulations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically capable of demanding work and variable weather.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor graders with accuracy to meet project specifications and blueprint requirements.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all company and regulatory safety procedures.
• Conduct routine equipment checks, cleaning, and lubrication; promptly report any mechanical concerns.
• Ensure grading quality and compliance with project standards.
• Work collaboratively with operators, laborers, supervisors, and other crew members.
• Communicate effectively with project managers and supervisors to support efficient project progress.
• Follow all applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and address operational issues encountered during grading activities.
• Keep accurate daily records, including equipment inspections and work logs.

Skills

Motor grader operation

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Communication

Clean driving record

Job description

Burgess Civil is one of the leading and fastest growing civil contractors in the Tampa Bay area. Our mission is to develop lasting relationships with our clients and team members, by creating quality infrastructure projects for our communities. We strive to push ourselves both from a technological and innovative perspective, as well as striving to be the best team we can!

We are currently searching for a seasoned Motor Garder Operator to join our team!

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' EXPERIENCE operating a Motor Grader Operator in heavy civil construction
• Skilled in the operation, adjustment, and routine maintenance of motor graders
• Solid understanding of grading techniques and construction processes
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and blueprints
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to all safety standards and regulations
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and on different terrain types and at different project sites as needed
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Operate motor graders with accuracy to achieve project specifications and blueprint requirements
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all company and regulatory safety procedures
• Conduct routine equipment checks, cleaning, and lubrication; promptly report any mechanical concerns
• Ensure grading quality and compliance with project standards
• Work collaboratively with operators, laborers, supervisors, and other crew members
• Communicate effectively with project managers and supervisors to support efficient project progress
• Follow all applicable regulations and industry best practices
• Troubleshoot and address operational issues encountered during grading activities
• Keep accurate daily records, including equipment inspections and work logs

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience

• 5 years (Required)