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Motor Grader Operator
AMAT
Smithfield, Utah, United States
Job ID: 527477
Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.
Position Overview
The Motor Grader Operator is a skilled position responsible for operating motor graders to fine-grade roads, job sites, and aggregate surfaces while maintaining quality standards and ensuring safe, efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Operate motor graders to perform rough and finish grading on roadway, site development, and aggregate projects.
• Establish and maintain proper grades, slopes, drainage, and roadway alignment according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret grade stakes, site plans, and construction layouts.
• Conduct pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and complete required documentation.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Perform routine servicing and minor maintenance on equipment.
• Work closely with supervisors, survey crews, truck drivers, and other equipment operators to achieve production goals.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with all company, OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with general construction and site tasks as needed.
• Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

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, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience operating motor graders in construction, road building, paving, or aggregate operations preferred.
• Ability to read grade stakes, project plans, and construction specifications.
• Knowledge of grading techniques, drainage principles, and equipment operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to sit for extended periods while operating heavy equipment.
Frequent climbing, standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to safely work around heavy equipment, traffic, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Construction sites, road projects, quarries, and aggregate operations.
• Overtime, weekend work, and seasonal schedule fluctuations may be required.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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