Motorgrader Operator

Sanford Contractors, Inc.; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Contractors, Inc. is seeking a diligent team member to operate equipment for fine grading tasks. The role emphasizes safety, mentorship, and efficiency on site.

The candidate should have OSHA/ MSHA training and First Aid/CPR credentials, with ability to lift heavy loads, work outdoors, and adapt to changing priorities. Salary is commensurate with experience and market rates.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand and speak English.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards is required.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Mentor team members and teach fine grade techniques.
• Lead by example and maintain safety focus on site.
• Ensure equipment is in safe, clean working order and report issues.
• Prepare areas for paving by achieving proper grade and drainage.
• Coordinate with Site Leader and team on priorities and schedules.
• Operate motorgrader with GPS/automatics or grade stakes as needed.
• Attend daily safety and project coordination meetings.

Skills

English proficiency

OSHA knowledge

Attention to detail

Adaptability to changing priorities

Education

OSHA Training

MSHA Part 46 Training

First Aid/CPR

Job description

Team member is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of equipment for the purposes fine grading

Core Competencies

• Effective communication skills; must be able to understand and speak English
• Working knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to react to changes in priorities

Core Duties

• Be a mentor to other team members by teaching them proper techniques of fine grade work
• Be punctual, dependable and professional at all times
• Work with cost effectiveness, profitability and safety in mind
• Lead by example
• Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present
• Arrive at work prior to designated work start time
• Attend daily safety and project coordination meeting
• Proficient in safe operation of Motorgrader
• Check fluid levels daily before use
• Capable of fine grading areas within ½\" of set grade
• Experience operating the motorgrader utilizing GPS, automatics and/or grade stakes
• Ability to cut grade under a string line
• Able to set/check grade for curb/sub-grade and paving
• Able to efficiently fine grade sub-grade and stone base within tolerance with motorgrader
• Able to fine grade free hand without the use of GPS of automatics
• Look after small crew for fine grading operations
• Proficient in working with ABC base course; putting down setting up and fine grading for paving
• Have paved areas ready for paving free of any areas that may potentially pond water
• Ensure equipment stays in clean working order and report any issues to Site Leader
• Restore post construction work to original condition or better
• Communicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice to make plans for changing personnel to focus on the priorities
• Able and willingness to work other tasks assigned when motorgrader operation is not needed
• Willingness to work hours as required

Education / Training / Certification

• OSHA Training
• MSHA Part 46 Training
• First Aid/CPR
• Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
• Labor Activities– Physical Requirements Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders regularly. Work involves frequent shoveling, raking, using hand tools and handling materials in and around trenches or uneven terrain. Requires standing or walking for extended periods and working outdoors in various weather conditions.