Scraper Operator

Central Specialties, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned general road contracting company serving Minnesota and the Dakotas. We take pride in our reputation for responsive customer service, on-the-job safety, and efficient, high-quality products and services. Our skilled workforce of 425+ employees is dedicated to quality and excellence.

About the role

A Scraper Operator is responsible for operating heavy construction equipment known as scrapers. These machines are used to excavate, load, and transport earth, rock, and other materials on construction sites. The Scraper Operator plays a crucial role in earthmoving and site preparation projects, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality in all operations.

Benefits of joining our team include traveling throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, and Iowa; winters off; working outdoors; company-paid training opportunities; and a promote-from-within culture.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver the scraper safely and accurately to avoid damage to property, underground utilities, or other equipment.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with the site supervisor, team members, and ground personnel using verbal and non-verbal hand signals while operating equipment.
• Prioritize safety at all times, following company and industry safety guidelines and protocols.
• Perform routine maintenance on the scraper, such as greasing, checking fluid levels, and cleaning the equipment.
• Operate scrapers and other heavy equipment to perform tasks such as grading, leveling, excavating, and pushing materials.
• Maneuver the scraper to dig, load, and transport materials as required.
• Load materials, such as dirt, gravel, or other construction materials, into the scraper's bowl or pan.
• Transport materials to designated areas on the construction site, maintaining a consistent speed and load distribution.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Group Health Insurance
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) Company Match
• 401(k) Company Discretionary Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Per Diem
• Electronic Direct Deposit