Blade Operator - Los Angeles, United States - HAL HAYS CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Description

General Summary of Position:

This is a skilled position that is responsible for operating a self-propelled grade to spread and level dirt, gravel and stone to grade specifications in a safe manner and in accordance with OSHA safe practices.

Projects will be located throughout Southern California.


FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt (hourly)


Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Operate blade on roadway/civil projects using GPS, Blue Top and free hand
• Make normal adjustments for obtaining proper depth, grade and finished cross section of material
• Safely and properly operate blade, including: regulating height and angle of blade, lowering scarifier and loosening packed soil to permit grading and tilting front wheels of grader when making sharp turns
• Rough grade and finish grade using a motor grader
• Responsible for directing and controlling dump trucks to where the material will be placed
• Drives grader in successive passes over working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of assisting worker to level surface to specified grade
• Various types of construction equipment may also be operated including but not limited to Rollers, Loaders, Back Hoes, Track Hoes, Haul Trucks, Water Trucks, Etc
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor
• Utilize blade GPS functionality
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock

Qualifications:

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At least 5 years experience as a blade operator_

• Physical ability to walk on uneven terrain, Stand/Kneeling/Bending for long periods of time
• Must be able to climb equipment's ladder to reach the operators seat
• General operator skills
• Extensive knowledge of operating a CAT Motor Grader
• Previous experience with grade control systems
• Knowledge of finishing roadways
• Ability to lift heavy objects 50+ lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation, as you will need to drive your vehicle
• Required to have a valid Driver's License
• Required to pass preemployment drug test/physical/background check

Disclaimer:
The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive of every job duty, responsibility, or qualification required by an employee assigned to this job.

While employed in this position, an employee may be required to perform other assignments not listed on this job description.

Hal Hays Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - The Company does not discriminate against employees or applicants on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, military service/veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, including genetic characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.


Pay:
$ $42.00 per hour


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Based on your skill & experience, what rate of pay are you looking for?

Experience:

- blade operating: 3 years (required)


License/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (preferred)

Work Location:
On the road