Grader Operator

At Nelson River Construction, you become part of a team that is not just committed, but also enthusiastic about road building and repairing construction projects. We employ people who are passionate about their work and seek career challenges and advancement.

Nelson River is currently looking for Grader Operators for our upcoming season, starting approximately Mid May to November, weather dependent. Applicants must be willing to work out of town and at times, in a camp environment.

Summary

The Grader Operator is responsible to grade rough or fine finishing; precisely spreading and mixing materials in order to dry and prep roads; constructing road surface to precise grade specifications, laying cold mix, and/or shaving and ripping out old road surfaces.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Operate Grader to fine grade tolerances, spread & push piles of sand, soil, and aggregate materials to the specified grade
-Safely Operate Grader on public roadways, maintaining awareness of surroundings and utilities
-Drive Grader in successive passes over working area; observing reference stakes or hand signals of other workers
-Demonstrate an understanding of grades and interpret roadway plans and drawings
-Move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites.
-Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance
-Coordinate machine actions with crew members in response to hand or audio signals
-Ensure that safety standards are met
-Check to make sure that equipment functions properly
-Clean and perform basic maintenance to equipment
-Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors
-Operate other heavy equipment and other construction-related duties as assigned, including physical labour.

Job Requirements

-A minimum of 3 years Grader operator experience
-Possess a valid class 5 driver’s license
-Knowledge of grade control systems
-Ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently in a dynamic fast pace environment
-Physically able to repetitively lift 50 lbs on a regular basis
-Problem Solving Skills, Timeliness, and Pride in your work product are essential for success in this position
-Excellent hand, eye, and foot coordination
-Working in inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
-Ability to use power tools and equipment required to perform the work
-Required to work out of town and at times in a camp environment in remote locations
-Punctual and able to work full time, overtime, and occasional weekends.

Nelson River Construction offers great growth opportunities and excellent wages and benefits. We offered paid orientation and training. If you are interested in becoming part of a strong team, and a leader in the construction industry, please forward your resume.

Only those considered for employment will be contacted.

Must present a current Drivers Abstract to the job interview.