Job Purpose: Operates self-propelled grader to spread and level dirt, gravel, and stone to finish grade specifications in construction and maintenance of earthwork structures, such as highways, streets, dikes, temporary roads, and sub-divisions.

Roles, Duties, & Responsibilities:

• Reads blueprints and thoroughly understands materials and proper handling of materials.
• Operates blade to regulate elevation and angle of slopes.
• May perform fine or rough grading.
• Operates blade with laser leveling equipment.
• Installs scarifies to ripper tips and related shanks.
• Runs, maneuvers, navigates, or drives mechanized equipment.
• Grades or redistributes earth, aggregates, or materials for the construction or repair of structures, highways, and roads.
• Aligns machines, cutterhead, or depth gauge marker with reference stakes and guidelines on ground or positions equipment following hand signals of assistant.
• Signals directions and warnings to coworkers.
• Determines the kinds of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Fastens attachments or accessories to equipment.
• Turns valves to control air and water output of compressors and pumps.
• Adjusts hand wheels, levers, and depresses pedals to drive machines and control attachments.
• Watches gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the machine is working properly.
• Inspects equipment for deficiencies, such as tires, lights, brakes, fuses, and fluid levels and submits report indicating equipment condition.
• Determines the causes of operating errors and decides what to do about it.
• Repairs and maintains equipment.
• Reads and interprets survey markers and stakes to meet set standards.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications.Adheres to all Hunter Contracting Co. safety policies, procedures, and instructions from management.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Work Qualifications:

• Operates machine within precision and tolerance of 100th of a foot or .008th's of an inch.
• Practices good safety habits.
• Follows oral directions and meets set standards.
• Judges distances and slopes accurately.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of structures, highways, or roads.
• Knowledge of materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective construction or repair of structures, highways, and roads.
• Takes pride in craftsmanship.
• Works within precise standards of accuracy.
• Prioritizes work to meet goals or deadlines.
• Demonstrates attentive and active listening skills.

Education & Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating a blade machine; OR,
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities