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Motor Grader Operator - Primoris Heavy Civil

James Construction Group, LLC
Laredo, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Primoris Heavy Civil is currently searching for an experienced Motor Grader Operator for our Laredo, Tx project. The operator will work closely with other heavy equipment operators and construction workers to ensure the project meets quality standards and is completed on schedule.

Job Summary : We are seeking a skilled and experienced Motor Grader Operator to join our road, bridge, and highway construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a motor grader to perform tasks such as grading and leveling surfaces, maintaining roads, clearing debris, and preparing sites for further construction work.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Operate motor graders to level and grade road surfaces, construction sites, and other designated areas according to specifications.
  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance on motor graders to ensure proper functioning.
  • Work with the project team to prepare roadbeds, shoulders, embankments, and drainage ditches for road, bridge, or highway construction.
  • Adjust blades and attachments as required to ensure precise and efficient grading.
  • Clear debris, rocks, and obstructions from construction sites and roadways.
  • Monitor soil conditions and make adjustments to equipment settings based on environmental factors.
  • Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to execute grading tasks within project timelines.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Follow all safety protocols when operating heavy equipment and during construction operations.
  • Maintain logs of work completed, equipment use, and any repairs or issues encountered.
  • Assist with other tasks as needed, such as loading, unloading, and transporting materials.

Qualifications :

  • Proven experience as a Motor Grader Operator in road, bridge, or highway construction (minimum of 2-5 years).
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints, construction plans, and grade stakes.
  • Strong knowledge of heavy equipment operations and safety procedures.
  • Ability to work in varying weather conditions and physical environments.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a team.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment issues.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
  • Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
  • Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
  • Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and / or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
  • Must be able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.
  • Work Environment :

  • Location : industrial construction sites and / or fabrication shop
  • Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site :
  • Uneven ground level

  • Obstructed pathways
  • Work performed at low and / or high elevations
  • Work performed in confined areas
  • Climatic / Environmental Conditions at Job Site :
  • Predominately outdoor climate

  • May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
  • Excessive humidity, rain, etc.
  • Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
  • Potential exposure to chemical substances
  • Benefits :

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA / HSA, Short Term / Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution
  • COMPANY OVERVIEW

    Primoris Services Corporation (NASDAQ GS : PRIM), leading provider of specialty contracting services in the infrastructure space, with over $3.2 billion in annual revenue and 12,300 employees across the United States and Canada. Primoris provides a wide range of specialty construction services, fabrication, maintenance, and engineering services to a diversified base of blue-chip customers. For additional information, please visit www.primoriscorp.com.

    Primoris Heavy Civil (formerly James Construction Group) has long-standing history that dates back to the 1920’s, where it earned the reputation as one of the most well respected heavy civil contractors in the Gulf Coast region. In 2009, the company’s growth continued through a merger with Primoris Services Corporation (Primoris), one of the largest companies listed in ENR’s Top 400 Contractors. Supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, Primoris Heavy Civil has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries.

    AGENCY STATEMENT

    We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms.

    EEO STATEMENT

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    THIRD-PARTY AGENCY NOTICE

    Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.

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