Grading Skid Loader Operator

Grading Skid Loader Operator

The Grading Skid Loader Operator is responsible for operating a skid steer/loader to perform fine grading, base preparation, and material handling for asphalt paving projects. This position plays a vital role in ensuring subgrades are level, compacted, and properly sloped to support long-lasting pavement installations.

Other requirements include passing a thorough background check, physical and drug test. References may also be checked. We participate in E-Verify.

Job duties and requirements include:

• Operates skid to assist in grading including finishing work and curb/corner work.
• Makes normal operating adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finished cross section.
• May perform other related duties to include adding or removing extensions, and buckets.
• Displays a professional and respectful attitude towards co-workers, supervisors, inspectors, and the general public at all times.
• Shows willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers.
• Assists with general labor tasks when equipment operation is not required.
• Follows all job site safety procedures and maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Assists with job setup and breakdown, including moving and positioning equipment.
• Communicates effectively with crew members and supervisors.
• Follows company and industry safety standards and procedures at all times.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of job site and equipment.

Preferred education and experience include:

• 1–3 years of experience operating skid steer equipment in a grading or site prep role.
• CDL License required;
  Valid driver's license required.
• Experience with grading for asphalt paving or road construction projects preferred.
• Ability to read and understand grade stakes, laser levels, and/or GPS grade control.
• Familiar with safe operation of skid loader attachments.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to safety and quality.
• Must be safety-conscious, reliable, and able to work well in a team environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• High school education or GED equivalent.
• Strong team player.
• Reliable and on-time.

Live up to our company core values:

• Safety - Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality - Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future. Quality leads to consistency. Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect - Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace.
• Integrity - Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation. Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee's share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality. Commitment shows and can be contagious.

Company information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work. Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join  :

• Family owned and operated
• Paid training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• No out of town jobs / home every night
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.