Power Equipment Operator Motor Grader

Granite Construction

The Role

Overview

Operates motor grader to level subgrade for road construction.

Key Responsibilities

  • distance measurement
  • blade installation
  • equipment inspection
  • greasing
  • standards compliance
  • decision making

Tasks

-Judge distances and slopes accurately -Attaching different blades or attachments to equipment -Conduct equipment inspections, grease, and oil daily to maintain proper working condition. -Follow instructions and meet set standards -Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

Requirements

  • motor grader
  • grading
  • gps
  • high school
  • certification
  • plan reading

What You Bring

-Ability to read and understand plans and specifications. -Grading experience is preferred -Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. -Ability to operate motor grader in a safe and efficient manner per company safety standards. -Aligning machine, cutterhead or depth gauge marker with reference stakes and guidelines on the ground -Experience with GPS is a plus -Use hands, arms, and legs fully -Read engineering drawing -See well (either naturally or with correction) -High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience -Proper certification required

The Company

About Granite Construction

-Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure. -Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure. -Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities. -Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion. -Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry. -Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience. -Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

Sector Specialisms

Transportation

Industrial

Federal Contracting

Aggregates

Asphalt

Asphalt Paving

Utility-Scale Solar

Water Infrastructure

Mineral Exploration

Earthwork

Locks

Dams

Levees

Waterway Protection

Tactical and Military Facilities

Airfield Runway Paving