Skid Loader Operator - Grading

Application Instructions

McNamara Contracting, a McNamara Company, is seeking a skilled Skid Loader Operator to join a grading crew. The primary function of the Skid Loader Operator is to support site preparation, fine grading, and sub-base development for highway heavy civil projects, including the safe transportation of construction equipment as needed to and from sites. Work can vary in scope from site improvement to highway heavy road construction.

Position Description

Position Description:

• Operate skid loader to prep dirt work prior to paving.
• Transport skid loader and other equipment to and from job sites.
• Perform rough and fine grading to specified elevations using bucket, grading attachments, or laser-guidance.
• Assist in building, shaping, and maintaining subgrade, aggregate base, shoulders, and drainage features.
• Work with the other grading crew members to establish proper slopes, grades, and compaction requirements.
• Remove debris, clear work areas, and support site cleanup to ensure efficient paving preparation.
• Load and transport materials such as aggregate base, dirt, sand, and equipment as needed.
• Fine grading of aggregate base in preparation for paving.
• Perform daily machine inspections and routine maintenance including fueling, greasing, checking fluids, cleaning.
• Communicate clearly with foremen, grade checkers, and other crew members to maintain accuracy and productivity.
• Assist crew with general labor duties when equipment operation is not required.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including safe operation of equipment near crew members and other machinery.
• Report hazards, machine issues, or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Report equipment issues or damage immediately to the foreman or shop.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.

Pay: $46.25/hour - based on union scale

Position Requirements

Requirements:

• CDL class A is required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3-years' experience operating a skid steer loader required; grading or civil construction experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of asphalt paving operations and equipment.
• Ability to work collectively as a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.

Additional Information:

• Exposure to outdoor work environments under varying conditions.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak paving season, including Saturdays.
• Ability to work in high-paced, dynamic surroundings and swift decision-making.
• Ability to lift various dimensions and weights frequently.
• Frequent travel between job sites.

Benefits:

• Health and Welfare benefits are defined in the CBA
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plan options as defined in the CBA
• Life insurance, voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage defined in the CBA
• Short-term and long-term disability as defined in the CBA

MCNAMARA COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND VETERANS TO APPLY.

Equal Opportunity Employer

McNamara Contracting Is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color or creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, affectional preference, disability, age, martial status, familial status, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission dealing with discrimination, or any other protected class status.

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