Motorgrader Operator

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
• 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
• Able to ensure equipment stays in clean working order and report any issues to Site Leader
• Able to 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 willing to work other tasks assigned when motorgrader operation is not needed
• Able and willing 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

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
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions