Heavy Equipment Operator - Motor Grader - Fine Grade

Heavy Equipment Operator - Motor Grader - Fine Grade

Apply for the Heavy Equipment Operator - Motor Grader - Fine Grade role at Zachry Construction Corporation.

Extraordinary commitment runs deep e, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make:
Every Person Matters®, Together We Can Do Great Things®, This Is More Than a Job®.

Zachry Construction is looking for a GPS Motor Grader Operator - Fine Grade. You may also operate a dozer and an excavator for highway construction.

• Operate typical motor grader, dozer and/or excavator to finish grade points provided by survey
• Conduct Pre-start Visual Walk-around inspection
• Utilize automatic grade control system/GPS, where applicable
• Notify the supervisor if equipment needs service/repair
• Monitor all engine gauges
• Operate Motor Grader, utilizing hand and foot controls
• Scrap, shape, blade, and level for various grades
• Operate to fine-grade specifications, including shoulders and slopes
• Read, interpret, and execute plan requirements and grade standards
• Understand production and quantity requirements
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts
• Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry-related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges

• Typical shifts are 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
• Weekend and night work may be required.
• Must be able to climb in and out of heavy equipment used for roadway projects.
• The operator must be able to sit for extended periods of time and periodically climb up/down equipment, utilizing built-in access (typically 3 vertical steps or rungs) with hand bar support.
• Frequently work with hands, to operate controls.
• 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.
• Periodically walk over ground terrain, in varying weather conditions.

Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
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Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States, and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction