Finish Grader Operator | Civil Construction
- Edmonton, AB, T5M 3W1, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3+ years of finish grader operating experience in civil construction
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Finish Grader Operator- Civil Construction
Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects) Company: Blackline Civil Inc. Position Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are currently hiring an experienced Finish Grader Operator to join our growing civil construction team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in fine grading for municipal, commercial, and roadway projects and be capable of producing accurate grades with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate finish graders for fine grading and final shaping
- Perform grading work on roads, parking lots, subdivisions, and underground utility projects
- Read and interpret grade stakes, elevations, blueprints, and site plans
- Utilize laser and GPS machine control systems
- Coordinate with supervisors, surveyors, and ground crews
- Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and routine equipment maintenance
- Identify and report equipment issues or safety concerns
- Assist with additional construction duties as required
Qualifications & Experience
- 3+ years of finish grader operating experience in civil construction
- Experience with GPS grading systems is an asset
- Strong understanding of grading tolerances and site preparation
- Ability to work independently and maintain productivity
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license required
- CSTS, Ground Disturbance, and other safety certifications are considered assets
- Reliable transportation to various project sites in the Edmonton area
What We’re Looking For
- Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
- High accountability
- Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
- Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Extended health and benefits package
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
- Strong pipeline of work across Alberta
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate finish graders to perform fine grading and final shaping for municipal, commercial, and roadway construction projects. Coordinate with site teams while utilizing GPS and laser control systems to ensure accurate grade specifications.
Requirements
Requires at least 3 years of experience in finish grader operation within the civil construction industry. Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to interpret complex site plans and grade stakes.
Skills
- Finish grading
- Heavy equipment operation
- GPS machine control
- Laser machine control
- Reading blueprints
- Grade stake interpretation
- Site preparation
- Equipment maintenance
- Pre-trip inspections
- Civil construction
- Roadway construction
- Underground utility projects
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance
Benefits
- Extended health and benefits package
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
Keywords
- Finish Grader
- Civil Construction
- Fine Grading
- GPS Machine Control
- Laser Control Systems
- Blueprints
- Grade Stakes
- Roadway Construction
- Underground Utilities
- Equipment Maintenance
- CSTS
- Ground Disturbance
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Site Preparation
- Grading Tolerances