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How much do card grading jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for card grading in the United States is $17.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Card Grading position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Card Grading professional, you need a keen eye for detail, deep knowledge of trading cards (such as sports or collectible cards), and often a background in authentication or quality control. Familiarity with magnification tools, grading standards (such as PSA, BGS, or SGC), and inventory management systems is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, patience, and the ability to communicate final assessments clearly make candidates stand out. These competencies are crucial to ensure accurate and consistent grading, foster client trust, and maintain the reputation of the grading service.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Card Grading professional?

As a Card Grading professional, your daily responsibilities include inspecting trading cards for authenticity and physical condition, assigning accurate grades based on industry standards, and documenting your findings in detail. You may also use specialized tools like magnifiers and lightboxes to evaluate card surfaces, centering, corners, and edges. In many companies, you’ll work alongside other graders or quality assurance teams and may occasionally collaborate with customer service representatives regarding specific card submissions. Keeping up with grading consistency and high-volume processing without sacrificing quality is key. This role is ideal for those who have a passion for collectibles and enjoy working in a meticulous, team-oriented environment.

What is a Card Grading job?

A Card Grading job involves evaluating the condition and authenticity of collectible cards, such as sports or trading cards, based on industry standards. Graders inspect factors like centering, edges, corners, and surface quality to assign a numerical grade that determines the card's value. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of grading criteria, and often the ability to use magnification tools for close examination. Professional grading services, such as PSA, Beckett, and CGC, employ card graders to ensure consistency and accuracy in evaluations.

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Infographic showing various Card Grading job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,348 per year, or $17.5 per hour.
FINISH BLADE OPERATOR - GRADING (SEASONAL)

FINISH BLADE OPERATOR - GRADING (SEASONAL)

Knife River Corporation

Williston, ND • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Knife River rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

186th of 516 rated manufacturers


Job description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!
At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible to safely operate grader to spread and level dirt, gravel and stone to grade specification.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)
  1. Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained
  2. Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on blade.
  3. Safely and properly operate blade including: regulating height and angle of grader blade, lowering scarifier and loosening packed soil to permit grading. Drives blade in successive passes over working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of assisting worker, to level surface to specified grade. Feels level and listens to sound of engine to determine depth of cut. May perform fine or rough grading.
  4. Assist laborer or roller operator with dumping trucks and keeping load counts
  5. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
  6. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.).
  7. Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
  8. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
  9. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)
  1. General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent
  2. Minimum 5 years' heavy civil operation experience and equipment maintenance.
  3. Minimum 5 years' experience with Trimble Grade Controls
  4. Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are completed online. If you're having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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