Asphalt Grader Operator

Job Summary -

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Asphalt Grader Operator to operate heavy machinery on construction and sitework projects. The Asphalt Grader Operator is responsible for safely operating a motor grader to prepare, shape, and fine-grade surfaces for asphalt paving projects. This position ensures proper drainage, slope, elevation, and finished grade while working closely with project supervisors, paving crews, survey personnel, and equipment operators to meet project specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities -

• Operate a motor grader safely and efficiently on roadways, parking lot, and site development projects.
• Fine grade aggregate base, subgrade, and other materials in preparation for asphalt paving.
• Read and interpret grade stakes, blueprints, elevations, and construction plans.
• Establish and maintain proper slopes, crowns, and drainage.
• Work with GPS machine control systems and laser grade equipment when applicable.
• Coordinate with paving crews to maintain production schedules.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment.
• Report mechanical issues or equipment damage immediately.
• Perform routine maintenance, including checking fluids, greasing, and cleaning equipment.
• Ensure work areas remain safe and free of hazards.
• Follow all OSHA, DOT, company safety policies, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Assist with other construction activities when equipment operation is not required.
• Maintain accurate daily equipment, inspection reports and production documentation as required.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned

Qualifications -

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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 3 years of motor grader operating experience required in asphalt or heavy civil construction preferred.
• Experience with roadway grading and asphalt base preparation.
• Experience using GPS grade control systems is preferred.
• Strong understanding of equipment operation and safety procedures
• Ability to read construction plans and grade stakes.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as needed
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Reliable transportation required

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Rarely
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Constantly
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Never

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Constantly
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Occasionally

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Rarely

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.