Experienced Grader Operator NOT JUST SOMEONE WHO CAN OPERATE A MACHINE

Job Description

Job Description

EXPERIENCED GRADER / EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE

$48,000–$65,000+ PER YEAR
YEAR-ROUND WORK • GUARANTEED SALARY • PAID WEEKLY

Austin Farms Sodding is a Missouri sod farm with more than 30 years in business. We are looking for two experienced graders/equipment operators for stable, year-round positions.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR A GRADER — NOT JUST SOMEONE WHO CAN OPERATE A MACHINE.

If you know how to establish drainage, create proper slopes and elevations, perform quality rough and finish grading, and leave a property ready for sod, we want to talk to you.

SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND DEMONSTRATED GRADING ABILITY

• $48,000–$50,000: Experienced equipment operator with 3+ years of experience and the ability to perform grading work

• $50,000–$58,000: Experienced grader with 5+ years of experience , capable of rough and finish grading, establishing drainage, and working with slopes and elevations

• $58,000–$65,000+: Highly skilled grader with 10+ years of experience , who can independently establish elevations, slopes and drainage and consistently produce excellent finish grades

Starting salary is based on experience, demonstrated grading ability, quality of work, and overall skill level.

GUARANTEED YEAR-ROUND SALARY

This is a salaried, year-round position. If rain, snow, wet ground or other weather conditions prevent us from working, you still receive your regular salary.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Guaranteed year-round salary regardless of weather
• Paid weekly by direct deposit
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• $1,000–$3,000 annual Christmas bonus
• Additional 4% company 401(k) match associated with the Christmas bonus
• Modern, state-of-the-art grading and compact equipment
• Company-provided cell phone with unlimited talk, text and data
• Paid holidays
• One week of paid vacation after one year
• Saturdays generally off, with limited Saturday work as needed, typically a few times per year
• No required Sunday work except when snow removal is necessary
• Annual opportunity for performance-based raises
• Annual employee recognition awards and cash bonuses for outstanding performance

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate Bobcats, tractors and other compact equipment
• Operate tractors with box blades
• Perform rough and finish grading
• Establish and correct drainage
• Establish proper slopes and elevations
• Prepare soil for sod installation
• Read and understand grade and elevation requirements
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Operate a snowplow truck during the winter

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of grading/equipment operating experience
• Bobcat or similar compact equipment experience
• Tractor and box blade experience preferred
• Rough grading, drainage and/or finish grading experience
• Valid Missouri Class E driver's license
• Able to meet DOT physical requirements
• Good driving record preferred
• Dependable, reliable and safety-conscious
• Able to work independently
• Takes pride in quality workmanship
• Snow removal during the winter

WE'RE LOOKING FOR A GRADER — NOT JUST SOMEONE WHO CAN OPERATE A MACHINE.

There's a big difference between simply moving dirt and knowing how to grade a property correctly.

If you can look at a job and know how to establish drainage, set elevations, create proper slopes and leave a quality finish grade , we want to talk to you.

If you're a skilled grader looking for stable, year-round work with a company that values quality workmanship , give us a call.

Austin Farms Sodding
1120 SE Century Dr.
Lee's Summit, MO 64081

We take PRIDE in our people, our work, and our commitment to Attitude, Flexibility and Superior Performance.

Landscape, Irrigation and Sod company.

Company Description

Landscape, Irrigation and Sod company.