Finish Blade Operator - IMC Meridian

Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of various types of construction equipment such as a finish blade or motor grader operator in order to create smooth, level surfaces in construction projects, particularly for roads, highways, and other infrastructure.

• Operate heavy equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Maintain safe excavation slopes and ensure proper barricading at all times.
• Grade excavation and embankment areas to prepare for base materials and other construction layers.
• Achieve accurate rough and finish grades across various soil types and site conditions.
• Identify and locate utilities and other underground lines before beginning excavation work.
• Perform minor equipment servicing and maintenance; report major mechanical issues to a supervisor.
• Apply knowledge of trenching and shoring standards to maintain safe work areas.
• Maintain accurate time, material, and production records.
• Understand aggregate types, sizes, and classifications.
• Ensure loads leaving the pit meet required weight specifications.
• Read, interpret, and work from grade stakes, plans, and project specifications.
• Travel between job sites, ranging from interstate highways to rural dirt roads.
• Assist Laborers on job sites as needed.
• Perform physical tasks related to setting grade hubs and stakes, as well as tasks associated with road construction, asphalt placement, and related activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of five years of finish blade operating experience meeting Federal Highway Administration and Federal Aviation Administration standards.
• Proficiency operating both Conventional machines (mechanical or hydraulic control levers with direct manual blade control) and M-Series machines (joystick-controlled, electronically assisted, integrated grade-control systems).
• Experience with Trimble GPS Earthworks systems preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Read and understand grade stakes / slope stakes

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

• None

• valid medical card required
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
  Responds promptly to customer needs;
  Responds to requests for service and assistance;
  Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner;
  Reacts well under pressure;
  Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
  Maintains confidentiality;
  Listens to others without interrupting;
  Keeps emotions under control;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
  Determines appropriate action beyond…