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Granite

Finish Motor Grader

Fairbanks, AK

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

Granite

Finish Motor Grader

Anchorage, AK

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

Ambler Metals LLC

Equipment Operator

Ambler, AK · On-site

$21.50 - $29.50/hr

... graders, excavators and telehandlers Level 3 * At least five years professionally operating heavy equipment with a preference for experience with the following: dozers, loaders, graders, excavators ...

Ambler Metals

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

... graders, excavators and telehandlers Level 3 * At least five years professionally operating heavy equipment with a preference for experience with the following: dozers, loaders, graders, excavators ...

Ambler Metals LLC

Equipment Operator

Ambler, AK · On-site

$21.50 - $29.50/hr

... graders, excavators and telehandlers Level 3 * At least five years professionally operating heavy equipment with a preference for experience with the following: dozers, loaders, graders, excavators ...

SmithSons

Be Seen First

Heavy Equipment Operator

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Operate heavy machinery including front-end loader, excavator, rollers, road grader, pavers ... Proven experience operating a wide range of construction machinery such as front-end loader ...

Ahtna, Inc.

Grade Checker - AIT

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$35/hr

The Grade Checker is responsible for verifying elevations, alignments, and grading specifications ... This role works closely with equipment operators, surveyors, and site supervisors to ensure all ...

Teck

$20.50 - $27/hr

... grade changes in a timely manner, responds to non-compliant/irregular operating parameters, runs equipment in auto to maximize recovery and minimize upsets • Complete paperwork and passes on ...

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How much do grader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for grader operator in Alaska is $18.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.40 and $21.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Grader Operator, you need proficiency in operating heavy machinery, a solid understanding of grading techniques, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with machine controls, laser or GPS grading systems, and safety certifications such as OSHA training are commonly required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a construction team help distinguish top performers. These qualifications ensure safe, precise, and efficient grading operations crucial for construction project success.

What is a Grader Operator job?

A Grader Operator is responsible for operating a motor grader to level and smooth surfaces, such as roads, construction sites, and other terrains. They ensure proper grading for drainage, paving, and foundation work. Operators must have knowledge of grading techniques, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols. This role is essential in road construction, land development, and other infrastructure projects. Experience with heavy machinery and the ability to read site plans are often required.

What does a typical workday look like for a Grader Operator?

A typical day for a Grader Operator involves inspecting equipment, reviewing grading plans, and operating graders to create level surfaces for construction projects such as roads or building sites. You’ll work closely with site supervisors, surveyors, and other heavy equipment operators to complete assignments safely and efficiently while adapting to changing conditions on the job site. Monitoring equipment performance, performing minor maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards are important daily tasks. Grader Operators often work outdoors in varying weather conditions and may be required to adjust schedules based on project deadlines and shifting priorities.

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Infographic showing various Grader Operator job openings in Alaska as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, 1% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,269 per year, or $18.4 per hour.
Finish Motor Grader

Finish Motor Grader

Granite

Fairbanks, AK

Other

Posted 22 days ago

Granite Telecommunications rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 96 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite's century-old success. We're building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

Operates tractor equipped with blade attached across front to level subgrade preparatory to constructing roads.

*This is a union-represented position*

Essential Job Accountabilities

  • 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

  • Attaching different blades or attachments to equipment

  • Experience with GPS is a plus

  • Grading experience is preferred

  • Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.

  • Conduct equipment inspections, grease, and oil daily to maintain proper working condition.

Education

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience

Certification

  • Proper certification required

Work Experience

  • Appropriate training and experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Workers should be able to:

  • Read engineering drawing

  • Practice good safety habits

  • Work in dusty or dirty surroundings

  • Follow instructions and meet set standards

  • Judge distances and slopes accurately

  • Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

Physically, workers must be able to:

  • Stoop, bend, and crouch

  • Use hands, arms, and legs fully

  • See well (either naturally or with correction)

  • Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

For additional information on applicant/employee rights please clickhere.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening.Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place.Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

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