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Motor Grader Operator

Phillips Infrastructure
Jackson, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026
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Job Summary

As a Motor Grader Operator, you will play a crucial role in our earthwork projects. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining motor graders to ensure the precise grading of construction sites, roads, and other surfaces. Your expertise will contribute to the overall success and safety of our projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Equipment Operation: Operate motor graders with precision and expertise to grade surfaces according to project specifications and blueprints.
  • Safety: Follow all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your team.
  • Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on motor graders, including cleaning, lubricating, and reporting any mechanical issues to the maintenance team.
  • Quality Control: Monitor and maintain the quality of grading work to meet project requirements and standards.
  • Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with other construction team members, including equipment operators, laborers, and supervisors.
  • Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively with project managers, supervisors, and fellow team members to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Adherence to Regulations: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry best practices.
  • Problem Solving: Identify and resolve any operational issues or challenges that may arise during grading activities.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of work performed, including daily equipment inspection reports and work logs.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Motor Grader Operator in heavy civil construction.
  • Proficiency in operating and maintaining motor graders.
  • Knowledge of construction and grading techniques.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints.
  • Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  • Physical fitness and stamina to perform the demands of the job.
  • Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and at different job sites as needed.
  • Valid [State] driver's license and a clean driving record.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.

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