Experienced Finish Grade Motor Grader Operator (Huntsville, AL)

Job Description

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating and meeting customer needs in 12 states with over 3,000 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

We have 86 quarries and 56 asphalt plants across Tennessee, Mississippi, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Arkansas, Texas, Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio.

Rogers Group Inc. is currently seeking an Experienced Motor Grader “Finish Grade” Operator in the Huntsville, AL / North Alabama operations area, Alabama SMA reporting to the General Manager of Construction & Superintendent. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead safety, quality, and revenue generation throughout our existing operations and additional operations through growth.

Job Details

• Wages start at $28.00hr,
• Starting wage will be higher based on verifiable experience.
• Fulltime/Permanent
• Day Shift
• Weekend work may be required
• Overtime available along with extensive medical and retirement benefits
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Operate motor grader and other heavy or grading equipment to complete grading and fine grading tasks.
• Ability to operate equipment with a high degree of competency, skill, and proficiency and in challenging and unique terrain environments.
• Perform servicing and maintenance of equipment as trained and directed by management.
• Perform daily pre-and post- inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Effective communication skills applicable to position.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA / Environmental regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in finish grading Required!
• Individual must be dedicated to working safely at all times
• Experienced working with GPS control preferred
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and nights when necessary
• Team player
• Valid driver’s license
• Additional:
• Distinguish and understand signals.
• Read and understand grade stakes.
• Use both hands and feet at the same time.
• Work in an environment with noise levels that may require hearing protection.
• Must be able to hear and understand commands from supervisors, warnings from fellow workers, and alarms on equipment.
• Able to use mechanic’s hand tools and tape measure.
• Able to crawl and climb on, over, under and inside construction equipment.
• Lift and carry objects and materials of various weights up to 100 pounds.
• Good vision, both close-up and long-distance, and ability to look forward, side to side, and toward the rear of equipment.
• Must have good reliable transportation to make it to and from work.
• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties independently, without constant supervision.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration requirement.
• Must be Drug Free and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and possess a Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
  
  

Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.

35-hour Weather Guarantee after 30 days of employment, must be available to work 6 days during the seven-day work period. Hours guaranteed, up to 35 hours (example: worked 20hrs, Actual Pay 35hrs; worked 38hrs, Actual Pay 38hrs). Weather pay is accrued on weekly accumulation, not hours per day. Holiday pay counts toward the 35-hour guarantee.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution .
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401 (k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday ’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.
  
  

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com .

About Us

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 12 states with over 3,000 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com .