Motorgrader Operator

Sanford Contractors, Inc.

  • wendell, NC
  • 12 days ago

    Highlights

    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. Work involves frequent shoveling, raking, using hand tools and handling materials in and around trenches or uneven terrain.

    Numbers & Facts

    Locationwendell, NC

    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.

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