Quarry Grader Operator (6N)

Grace Pacific Corporation; Hawaii; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Pacific Corporation seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator to maintain and move materials across active worksites in Hawaii. You will inspect and operate dozers, excavators, water trucks, and loaders, ensuring safe, efficient performance while coordinating with dispatchers and supervisors.

Expect 2-5 years of relevant experience; CDL endorsement and MSHA certification are preferred. The role requires outdoor work in varying weather, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 2-5 years of heavy equipment operating experience with dozer, excavator, water truck and front-end loader preferred.
• Licenses: Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record; CDL endorsement preferred.
• Certifications: MSHA certification preferred.
• Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with GPS or laser grading tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment and report deficiencies; operate machinery safely and efficiently.
• Compile debris and manage stockpile volumes for proper removal with Manager input.
• Accept/reject loads of concrete and asphalt materials; communicate with Dispatcher/Manager for tipping charges.
• Direct incoming loads to holding areas and alert Manager to problem loads.
• Inform Manager when recycle bins are full and ensure replacement bins are inspected before use.
• Perform miscellaneous duties including trash removal, recycling, freight loading/unloading, and housekeeping.
• Assist with installation of property as needed.
• May operate heavy equipment in the Recycle area (e.g., forklift, excavator, loader).
• Other duties as assigned; promote safety policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS/laser grading

Dexterity & agility

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dozer

Excavator

Water truck

Front-end loader

Forklift

GPS/laser tools

Job description

Essential Duties:

• Follows established company procedures to inspect equipment and report deficiencies in a timely manner; operates machinery in a safe and efficient manner.

• Compiles extracted debris in designated areas and keeps Manager informed of stockpile volumes so arrangements can be made for proper removal.

• Accepts/Rejects incoming loads of concrete and asphalt cold planed material and communicates with Dispatcher and/or Manager to charge appropriate tipping

• Directs incoming loads to proper holding Alert manager to problem loads.

• Informs Manager of full recycle bins that need to be Empty replacement bins need to be inspected for damage, before they are put into service.

• Performs miscellaneous duties such as trash removal, recycling operations, freight loading/unloading, and general housekeeping as requested.

• May assist with installation of property

• May be assigned to tasks in the Recycle area, including operation of heavy equipment (I.E.- forklift, excavator, hoeram, etc.).

Other Duties: (if any)

• Other duties as assigned.

• Promotes awareness of and follows Company and safety policies.

Working Conditions:

Ability to work overtime, weekends, nights or holidays as required by jobs.

Equipment Use:

Forklift certification preferred.

Mental and Physical Demands:

• Dexterity and agility.

• Ability to work flexible hours outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

• May be required to lift varying weights as required for this role.

Communication Demands:

Must have legible penmanship and be able to speak clearly over radio communication.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Education High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Experience 2-5 years of heavy equipment operating experience. Experience with dozer, excavator, water truck, and front-end loader equipment preferred.

Licenses Valid driver's license and favorable traffic abstract preferred; Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsement preferred.

Other Mine Safety and Health Association (MSHA) certified or previous miner certification preferred.

Strong mechanical aptitude, fine motor control of blade adjustments, and familiarity with GPS or laser grading tools.