Grader / Equipment Operator - Santos Roads & Pads

Equipment OperatorThe Equipment Operator is responsible for assisting in the planning and coordination of the daily workload, carrying out projects, and safely operating our heavy equipment fleet. This position involves maintaining and repairing roads, drill site pads, as well as winter road and pad maintenance, including snow removal. The role also includes material handling and organization on the pads in the field.Essential duties include:Reporting directly to the Roads & Pads Foreman.Performing maintenance and repairs on pads and roads to meet specified crown, grade, and elevation standards.Engaging in winter maintenance for roadways and pads, including snow removal.Supplying facilities and assisting with facility maintenance and construction through equipment support.Providing equipment support for drill rig moves.Becoming OSHA certified in trenching and excavation and performing trenching and excavating activities in a safe and proficient manner.Operating the heavy equipment fleet safely and proficiently.Being familiar with and capable of using rotary lasers and site levels to establish grade and set grade hubs and stakes.Preparing, updating, and maintaining logs, records, and time cards.Monitoring equipment operation, performing pre-operation inspections, identifying malfunctions, filling out maintenance requests, and cleaning equipment.Inspecting, adjusting, and performing minor equipment repairs.Helping prepare and maintain inventory of supplies, PPE, equipment, and tools.Realizing that safety and the environment are our #1 priority.Complying with Company and customer policies and procedures.Supporting AES zero-incident safety culture and assuming personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.Other duties will be assigned as needs require.Required experience includes:Minimum of three (3) years' dirt work experience.Minimum of five (5) years' experience operating a motor grader.Minimum of three (3) years' operating an "M" model motor grader.Minimum of a Class A Commercial driver's license, hazardous material endorsement, and current US DOT Medical Card required.High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification required.Preferred experience includes:OSHA certification in excavating and trenching preferred.Experience in the oil and gas industry and in the arctic environment preferred.