What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Equipment Operator - Grading position at Milestone Materials?
Company Overview
Monarch Paving, founded in 1982, is a privately-owned hot-mix asphalt production, paving and aggregate company. We are a forward-thinking company that values integrity, our diverse team, sustainability, and innovation. Headquartered in Amery, Wisconsin, our organization is a leader in our fields with resources and additional opportunities in transportation logistics, fuel commodities, renewable energy and emerging technology throughout the Midwest. To learn more about us, visit: www.monarchpaving.com.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the foreperson, grading equipment operators will be responsible for operating several types of road construction equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This equipment may include, but is not limited to front-end loaders, bulldozers, motor graders, rollers, and other pieces of excavating equipment.
On the job training will provide the knowledge and skills to become a productive member of one of our crews with the potential for advancement opportunities.
This position is a full-time seasonal, working April/May through November (weather permitting). This position requires working overtime and some Saturdays. Local and regional travel opportunities are available.
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
We prioritize the safety and wellness of our road construction processes by following the Company’s safety programs and policies, thus mitigating risk and improving overall productivity of the projects with safety at the forefront.
Benefits
Benefit package is offered through the Union. Benefits include medical, dental and a pension plan.
Monarch Paving, founded in 1982, is a privately-owned hot-mix asphalt production, paving and aggregate company. We are a forward-thinking company that values integrity, our diverse team, sustainability, and innovation. Headquartered in Amery, Wisconsin, our organization is a leader in our fields with resources and additional opportunities in transportation logistics, fuel commodities, renewable energy and emerging technology throughout the Midwest. To learn more about us, visit: www.monarchpaving.com.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the foreperson, grading equipment operators will be responsible for operating several types of road construction equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This equipment may include, but is not limited to front-end loaders, bulldozers, motor graders, rollers, and other pieces of excavating equipment.
On the job training will provide the knowledge and skills to become a productive member of one of our crews with the potential for advancement opportunities.
This position is a full-time seasonal, working April/May through November (weather permitting). This position requires working overtime and some Saturdays. Local and regional travel opportunities are available.
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
We prioritize the safety and wellness of our road construction processes by following the Company’s safety programs and policies, thus mitigating risk and improving overall productivity of the projects with safety at the forefront.
Benefits
Benefit package is offered through the Union. Benefits include medical, dental and a pension plan.
- One or more years in operating road or excavating construction equipment is required and/or a technical school degree in Heavy Equipment Operation, primarily:
- Front-end loader
- Bulldozer
- Motor grader
- Ability to understand grades from plans, slopes and identify potential conflicts
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), if required
- Physical ability to work in all seasonal weather and environmental conditions
- Ability to listen and take direction from others while being a team player and helping to train less experienced employees