Roadway Roller Operator: Grade, Load & Build Roads

Kiewit; San Ygnacio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a skilled equipment operator to handle power construction equipment for excavating, moving, and grading materials on job sites in Texas. Responsibilities include road work, trenching, and equipment maintenance.

The role requires reading and following instructions, safety compliance, and ability to work in varying weather conditions. Candidates should be ready for overtime and physically demanding tasks on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with experience.
• Working knowledge of the position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment while performing maintenance on roads and rights-of-way.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for culverts, water pipes, and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check and maintain all fluid levels and lubrication on equipment.
• Instruct or train employees in safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify causes of errors or defects.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Communication with supervision

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a skilled equipment operator to handle power construction equipment for excavating, moving, and grading materials on job sites in Texas. Responsibilities include road work, trenching, and equipment maintenance.

The role requires reading and following instructions, safety compliance, and ability to work in varying weather conditions. Candidates should be ready for overtime and physically demanding tasks on-site.