Motor Grader Operator (Req #: 1416) (Athens)

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Motor Grader Operator is responsible for performing fine grading and surface preparation to establish proper base, elevation, and drainage for asphalt paving operations. This role is critical to overall pavement quality, requiring a high level of precision, experience, and the ability to work from grade stakes, plans, or GPS systems to deliver accurate finished grades.

Essential Functions:

1. Results matter. Establish precise grades and elevations to ensure proper base preparation and long-term pavement performance

2. Dedication. Maintain production flow by completing grading work ahead of paving operations and minimizing delays

3. Determined. Deliver smooth, uniform subgrade and base surfaces that meet project tolerances and specifications

4. Safety always wins. Operate grader safely in active construction environments with awareness of utilities, traffic, and crew members

5. Obligated. Shape surfaces to achieve proper slope, crown, and drainage in accordance with site plans and field conditions

6. Committed to serve. Maximize equipment performance through daily inspections and proper operation of grader controls and attachments

7. Respect and engage. Coordinate closely with foremen, survey/layout teams, and paving crews to ensure grade accuracy and readiness

8. Efficiency. Minimize rework by consistently achieving grade within tolerance on the first pass

9. Mastery. Adjust grading techniques based on material conditions, moisture content, and site variables

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. Demonstrated experience operating motor graders in road construction or paving environments
2. Strong ability to perform fine grading and work to tight tolerances
3. Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, site plans, and/or GPS grade control systems
4. Understanding of drainage principles, slope, and road construction methods
5. Experience working in a fast-paced, production-driven paving environment
6. Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with crew and layout personnel
7. High level of skill and judgment in equipment operation
8. Mechanical aptitude to identify basic equipment issues and support preventative maintenance
9. High attent