Motor Grader Operator

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division. Our purpose is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving, and construction services.

About the role

The Motor Grader Operator is a skilled position responsible for operating motor graders to fine-grade roads, job sites, and aggregate surfaces while maintaining quality standards and ensuring safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor graders to perform rough and finish grading on roadway, site development, and aggregate projects.
• Establish and maintain proper grades, slopes, drainage, and roadway alignment according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret grade stakes, site plans, and construction layouts.
• Conduct pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and complete required documentation.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Perform routine servicing and minor maintenance on equipment.
• Work closely with supervisors, survey crews, truck drivers, and other equipment operators to achieve production goals.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with all company, OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with general construction and site tasks as needed.
• Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience operating motor graders in construction, road building, paving, or aggregate operations preferred.
• Ability to read grade stakes, project plans, and construction specifications.
• Knowledge of grading techniques, drainage principles, and equipment operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating heavy equipment.
• Frequent climbing, standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely work around heavy equipment, traffic, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.

Work Environment

• Construction sites, road projects, quarries, and aggregate operations.
• Overtime, weekend work, and seasonal schedule fluctuations may be required.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasional exposure to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• Loud noise level in the work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.