About this role
Job Type: Full-Time, Seasonal
Location: Remote Camps, Yukon Territory
About the Role:
We are currently seeking an experienced Finishing Grader Operator to join our civil road construction team. This role is critical to final road shaping, achieving precise grade tolerances, and ensuring a high-quality finished surface. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, reliable, and skilled at working independently in fast-paced environments.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate motor grader with accuracy for final grade and surface finishing, specifically Cat 14M, Cat 14H, Cat 14M with GPS.
• Read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and survey markings
• Communicate with gravel trucks
• Work closely with foremen, surveyors, and other equipment operators
• Ensure slopes, crowns, and drainage features are shaped to specification
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance
• Follow safety policies, traffic control requirements, and jobsite protocols
• Support crew operations as needed to meet schedule and quality goals
Qualifications & Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years’ experience operating a finishing grader on road construction projects
• Proven ability to achieve final grade tolerances within millimeters
• Strong understanding of civil construction and road building practices
• Ability to work on tight timelines and changing site conditions
• Valid driver’s license (Class 5 minimum; Class 3 or Class 1 an asset)
• Safety certifications (e.g., CSTS, First Aid, WHMIS) an asset
• Physically fit and comfortable working long shifts in all weather conditions.
Work Schedule & Details:
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• A strong team culture focused on safety, quality, and respect
• Opportunities for long-term seasonal work and advancement
• Camp accommodations and meals provided