Hunter Contracting is looking for an experienced, FINISH BLADE OPERATOR to join our Tucson Team.
Roles, Duties, & Responsibilities:
- Reads blueprints and thoroughly understands materials and proper handling of materials.
- Operates blade to regulate elevation and angle of slopes.
- May perform fine or rough grading.
- Operates blade with laser leveling equipment.
- Installs scarifies to ripper tips and related shanks.
- Runs, maneuvers, navigates, or drives mechanized equipment.
- Grades or redistributes earth, aggregates, or materials for the construction or repair of structures, highways, and roads.
- Aligns machines, cutter head, or depth gauge marker with reference stakes and guidelines on ground or positions equipment following hand signals of assistant.
- Signals directions and warnings to coworkers.
- Turns valves to control air and water output of compressors and pumps.
- Adjusts hand wheels, levers, and depresses pedals to drive machines and control attachments.
- Watches gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the machine is working properly.
- Inspects equipment for deficiencies, such as tires, lights, brakes, fuses, and fluid levels and submits report indicating equipment condition.
- Determines the causes of operating errors and decides what to do about it.
- Repairs and maintains equipment.
- Reads and interprets survey markers and stakes to meet set standards.
- Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications.
- Adheres to all Hunter Contracting Co. safety policies, procedures, and instructions from management.
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
Work Qualifications:
- Operates machine within precision and tolerance of 100th of a foot or .008th's of an inch.
- Practices good safety habits.
- Follows oral directions and meets set standards.
- Judges distances and slopes accurately.
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of structures, highways, or roads.
- Knowledge of materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective construction or repair of structures, highways, and roads.
- Takes pride in craftsmanship.
- Prioritizes work to meet goals or deadlines.
Education & Work Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating a blade machine; OR,
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
What we are proud to offer you:
- Medical/Telemedicine
- Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Holiday & Sick Time Pay
We do E-Verify, Background Checks and Drug Screens
Women, Minorities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY statement
Hunter provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Hunter complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training.