What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Grader Operator position at Southern Shade Tree Co.?
Join Southern Shade Tree Co., a leading full-service landscaping and tree service provider with over 50 years of experience in exceeding client expectations in the Carolinas. We are currently seeking a Landscape Grader Operator for our Charlotte, NC location. The successful candidate will be responsible for grading lots for new home sites, preparing them for landscape installations. A company-provided truck and machine will be at your disposal for this role.
Responsibilities
- Perform successive passes over the working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of other workers, to level the surface to the specified grade.
- Feel levers and listen to equipment sounds to determine the depth of the cut.
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the grader.
- Ensure grader is in proper gear and is not moving too fast for working conditions.
- Demonstrate an understanding of grades and interpret roadway plans and drawings.
- Work outdoors in a hands-on construction environment.
- Read and understand grade stakes for grade checking and alignment using GPS, lasers, levels, and string line.
- Operate heavy equipment in residential construction.
- Adhere to general construction site safety requirements.
- Complete manual labor as required.
- Follow all procedures and guidelines related to safety and safe operation of equipment.
- Perform safety checks and maintenance on all equipment, train new employees, and complete other construction tasks as assigned.
- Inspect properties and provide quality control and customer service.
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Legally eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
- 2-3 years of relevant experience (Skid Steer)
- Valid State Drivers license.
- Ability to lift, push, pull or carry objects weighing up to 50-90 pounds.
Benefits
- 401k with company match
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
At Southern Shade Tree, we are committed to our company's Core Values: Safety First, Integrity, Motivation, Professionalism, Accountability, Communication, and Teamwork. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.
Experience and License Requirements
- Clean driving record (optional)
- Construction (optional)
- Excavator (optional)
- Ski Loader (optional)
- Valid driver's license (optional)