What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Grader Operator position at Jax Dirtworks Inc?
Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrable previous experience as a Motor Grader Equipment Operator.
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
- Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
- Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on Civil and Underground Utility Work.
- Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.
- Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform
- Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment
- The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
- Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project
Responsibilities
Proper pre-start and daily Maintenance Including lubrication
- Keep equipment clean and well maintained, notify supervisor if equipment needs repair
- Tire pressure checks
- Monitor all engine gauges
- Excellent Operating skills in blade control
- Scrap and level dirt, Mix materials, Shape and blade sub grades
- Balance and rough shaping of base course materials
- Operate to fine grade specifications
- Fine grade horizontal surfaces, shoulders and slopes, Grade plan requirements and set grade standards
- Dressing of shoulders and slopes
- Demonstrate the ability to lead a crew and delegate work within work scope
- Understand production requirements
- Utilize automatic grade control system
- Understand basic survey nomenclature
- Judge distance and slopes accurately
- Make decisions based on verifiable standards
