Motor Grader Operator Tech III

Speardnm; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,400 - 70,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Company-provided life insurance

Career growth opportunities

Empowering work culture

Job summary

A leading construction company in Albuquerque is seeking a Motor Grader Operator Tech III. This role involves operating motor graders for high-precision grading, setting accurate elevations, and ensuring project completion to specification while complying with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in grading operations, especially with GPS technology. The company offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating a motor grader.
• Proven experience with finish grading and complex grading work.
• Strong ability to read and understand plans, grade stakes, and elevations.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor graders to perform advanced rough and finish grading.
• Set and maintain precise line, grade, slope, and drainage per project plans.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.

Skills

Advanced rough and finish grading

GPS and laser grading system

Reading construction plans

Job description

Spear D Construction

Motor Grader Operator Tech III

5000 Edith Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107

Salary: 62,400.00 - 70,720.00 USD

At Spear D Construction, we take pride in being an award-winning company built on a foundation of excellence and innovation. Our life-changing culture fosters growth, collaboration, and success, making us a sought-after workplace for experienced professionals looking to elevate their careers.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide a stable and supportive work environment while earning the respect of our peers and industry leaders. We achieve this by staying true to our core values—honesty, hard work, respect, compassion, and consistency—which guide everything we do.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Motor Grader Operator Tech III to join our construction team. This position is responsible for operating motor graders to perform high-precision rough and finish grading, setting accurate elevations and drainage, and supporting crew leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.

Job Requirements

• Operate motor graders to perform advanced rough and finish grading
• Set and maintain precise line, grade, slope, and drainage per project plans
• Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, grade stakes, and elevations
• Perform fine-grade work for subgrade, base, and finish surfaces
• Utilize GPS, laser, and conventional grade control systems
• Calculate grades, elevations, and slopes to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Coordinate with foremen, survey crews, and other operators to maintain workflow
• Identify and correct grading issues in the field
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, site safety requirements, and company policies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
• Lead by example and assist in training or mentoring less experienced operators

Job Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating a motor grader
• Proven experience with finish grading and complex grading work
• Strong ability to read and understand plans, grade stakes, and elevations
• Experience using GPS and laser grading systems

Why choose us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with voluntary benefits that cater to your personal and family needs.
• Secure your future with our retirement plan and company-provided life insurance policy.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Experience unparalleled professional development in an empowering culture that values your growth and potential.
• Great Work Culture: Be part of an empowering and collaborative community.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.