Motorgrader Operator – Sinton, Texas

Bay Ltd.; Sinton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Ltd. is seeking a Motor Grade Finish Operator to perform rough or fine grade finishing, spreading and mixing materials to dry and prep roads, lay cold mix, and shave/removes old road surfaces.

The role requires operating a grader and related heavy equipment safely on streets, highways, and sites. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of grader experience and a working knowledge of grade control, with GPS/Robotics knowledge considered a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years’ experience operating a grader or heavy equipment.
• GPS/Robotics knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the grader and other heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Cut/smooth sub-grade on street, highway, and site paving projects.
• Ditch & slope work, ripping, and grade control tasks.
• Perform daily pre/post trip checks and routine maintenance.
• Read stakes/hand signals to grade to the specified level.
• Finish grade base surface within half an inch of target.

Skills

Grader operation

Grading blade control

Read roadway plans

GPS/Robotics knowledge

Safety-minded

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Travel ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Motor Grade Finish Operator performs either rough or fine grade finishing, precisely spreading and mixing materials to dry and prep roads, construct road surface to precise grade specifications, lay cold mix, and/or shave and rip out old road surfaces.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates the grader and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner
• Operate a grader to cut/smooth sub-grade on street, highway, & site paving projects
• Ditch & slope work, ripping
• Perform daily pre/post trip checks to maintain equipment
• Operate safely & efficiently in compliance with all company, state, & federal regulations
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on equipment
• Precisely operate grade blade to windrow gravel to the center of the road
• Operate grader controls to regulate height and angle of the grader blade and lower scarifier to loosen packed soil to permit grading
• Drive grader in successive passes over working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of other workers, to level the surface to the specified grade.
• Feel levers and listen to equipment sounds to determine the depth of the cut
• Finish grade base surface preparation to within half an inch
• Ensure compliance of all safety procedures and policies while promoting company’s safety culture
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least 3 years’ experience operating a grader and a heavy equipment
• GPS/Robotics knowledge is preferred

SKILLS / KEY COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of highways, roads, sewers, and bridges
• Thorough understanding of grading/blade control & be able to accurately judge distance as well as read roadway plans/drawings
• Knowledge of motor grader and other heavy equipment
• Ability to understand computerized controls and electronics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exercise discretion and independent judgement when handling day to day information
• Excellent time-management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to work cooperatively across all levels delivering on commits – results oriented
• Ability to complete work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure to meet department targets and deadlines
• Ability to work non-routine hours, when necessary
• Ability and willingness to travel as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work outdoors, exposed to heat and humidity, cold and rain, and around heavy traffic areas
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Ability to operate job related tools
• Constantly perform repeating motions that may include feet, leg, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Work that includes moving and/or lifting objects up to 50 pounds, carry at least 30 pounds and up to 150 pounds with help
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, climb up/down equipment, and maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site

Bay Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer