What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finish Blade Operator position at Duininck Texas?
Duininck is a third-generation family-led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.
Join specialized infrastructure projects across Texas and Oklahoma. You'll produce hot mix asphalt for military runways, construct roads for the Department of Transportation, and handle high-stakes concrete work for aviation and defense facilities. These aren't just jobs they're careers building America's critical infrastructure.
This seasonal, full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including:
- Competitive pay range, based on experience and background.
- Paid Time Off
- Per Diem (when applicable)
- Strong Health Plans to choose from
- Dental & Vision Plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Position specific personal protective equipment provided
- 401K with company match, and more!
The Finish Blade Operator levels dirt and stone for finish grade of land and roadways.
The Role:
- Safely operates blade to achieve the specified finish grade.
- Reads grade stakes and works with grade checker, laser, or GPS to maintain grade.
- Works closely with all crew members using hand signals to coordinate work and ensure safety.
- Performs daily inspection and maintenance and ensures that machine is in safe, proper working order including fluid checks and proper lubrication.
- Reports to shop when equipment needs maintenance and repair.
- Keeps equipment clean and prepares equipment for transport on flatbed when needed.
- Maintains orderliness, cleanliness and safety at job site.
- Follows Supervisors instructions closely.
Work Environment:
- Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Walk, bend, climb, kneel, lift, stretch and sit.
- Work extended hours out of doors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Travel and some Saturday work is required.
What we Look For:
- Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up if you see unsafe behavior or conditions.
- Understand specifics of blade mechanicals.
- Understand and adhere to the Personal Protection Equipment requirements.
Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law.