Grader, Bulldozer, and Scraper Operator jobs in New York

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” 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 company’s 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 Grader Operator, utilizing both newer joist stick CAT graders and/or older CAT Graders, will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient execution of paving projects according to project specifications.

Essential Functions:

1. Safety always wins. Create a zero-incident environment for people by operating the motor grader in a safe and appropriate manner according to project specifications. Take personal responsibility for safety by wearing all required personal protective equipment and properly following company and OSHA safety procedures. Demonstrate a zero tolerance for safety violations by reporting problems to Supervisor, Safety Director, or HR Manager by making safety an everyday mindset.

2. Communicate. Collaborate with the paving crew and project manager to ensure seamless coordination of grading activities.

3. Ownership and caring. Monitor the quality of grading work to ensure that surfaces meet project specifications and standards. Make necessary adjustments to achieve the desired grade and slope.

4. Dedication. Conduct routine inspections to confirm cleanliness and maintenance on the grader to ensure it operates efficiently. Report any equipment issues for timely repairs.

5. Respect and engage. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude toward customers, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. 3 years of Grading experience, required.

2. Knowledge of Grading cross slope as well as surveying with an ability to adapt to new technologies

3. Available for variable shifts including day, night, some weekends, and overtime

4. Proficient verbal and written English

5. Valid driver’s license required

6. OSHA Card preferred

7. Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Travel by personal vehicle to work locations throughout the work region.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This position works outdoors in hot, humid and/or inclement weather. Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion. Must have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact Recruitment@peckham.com.