Experienced Grading Operator

Experienced Grade Crew OperatorPayne and Dolan, Inc. -A Walbec Group CompanyUpper, MI.Are you looking for an exciting career in road, highway, and bridge construction? Payne and Dolan, Inc. of the Walbec Group has a place for hard working, loyal, and driven people like you. Come use your experience as a Grading Operator and enjoy a family-focused, progressive culture. Our approach is driven by an involved focus on Safety and efficiency that has made us an industry leading company in heavy and highway construction

The Company:

The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.

Recently named a Milwaukee Business Journal 2021 Best Place to Work.

Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects. walbecgroup.com

The Position:

We're looking for an Operator to work in our Grading department. Under the direction of the Foreman, the Operator will be responsible for operating several types of related grading construction equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Role and Responsibilities:

Use machinery to move construction materials, earth and other heavy materials at construction sitesOperate equipment that clears and grades land to prepare it for construction of roads. Work with one or several types of power construction equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize the risk of injury and property damageAble to read and understand grade stakes, automated machine control cab displays, etc.

Depending on assignment, able to make rough grade, finish grade as needed.

Depending on assignment, able to safely maneuver machinery in tight quarters, around people, traffic and utilitiesClean, maintain and secure all equipmentEnsure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followedAssist with repairs as needed

The Benefits:

Our union employees enjoy the quality benefits provided through our partnership with Operator's Local 324. Additionally, union employees have access to a variety of training on our Walbec employee website portal for personal and professional development.

The Location:

Payne and Dolan is located primarily in Upper Michigan, but projects will vary by location throughout the local area or the state, so reliable transportation and/or a willingness to travel to any job site is required as needed.

The Candidate:

Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving recordA CDL is desired but not requiredHigh School diploma or GED equivalent is preferredMust be punctual and dependableHave the ability to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as neededBe able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environmentsMember of the appropriate trade union or willingness to become a union member are required. Union membership may not be required prior to employment. Our Human Resources Department is able to assist in that process as neededWhy Should You Apply?

Excellent wages and benefits packagesJob security in our role as an essential company providing infrastructure servicesGrowth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionalsBe involved in innovative, cool projects throughout the local area and the stateFamily-oriented, supportive cultureWe are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply! C-HHC We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees.