Join Southern Shade Tree Co., a leading full-service landscaping and tree service provider with over 50 years of experience in exceeding client expectations in the Carolinas. We are currently seeking a Landscape Grader Operator for our Charleston, SC location. The successful candidate will be responsible for grading lots for new home sites, preparing them for landscape installations. A company-provided truck and machine will be at your disposal for this role.
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Perform successive passes over the working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of other workers, to level the surface to the specified grade.
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Feel levers and listen to equipment sounds to determine the depth of the cut.
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Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the grader.
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Ensure grader is in proper gear and is not moving too fast for working conditions.
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Demonstrate an understanding of grades and interpret roadway plans and drawings.
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Work outdoors in a hands-on construction environment.
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Read and understand grade stakes for grade checking and alignment using GPS, lasers, levels, and string line.
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Operate heavy equipment in residential construction.
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Adhere to general construction site safety requirements.
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Complete manual labor as required.
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Follow all procedures and guidelines related to safety and safe operation of equipment.
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Perform safety checks and maintenance on all equipment, train new employees, and complete other construction tasks as assigned.
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Inspect properties and provide quality control and customer service.
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Must be 18 years of age or older.
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Legally eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
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2-3 years of relevant experience.
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Valid State Drivers license.
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Ability to lift, push, pull or carry objects weighing up to 50-90 pounds.
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401k with company match
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Medical Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Paid Time Off
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Paid Holidays
- Grade Checking
- Heavy Equipment Operation
