Motor Grader Operator

Full Time | Permanent (40-45 hrs / week)

 

Starland County is seeking a dedicated, hardworking, highly motivated individual to join our team as a Motor Grader Operator. The Motor Grader Operator will strive to keep roads and backroads within their assigned division in reasonable driving conditions free of washboard and excessive snow accumulations. 

The successful candidate will need to be organized and manage their time to ensure high traffic roads and school routes are maintained on a regular basis. The Motor Grader Operator will be responsible for advising their supervisor about gravel conditions on their routes for the gravel program. 

*a full job description outlining the job duties can be found below*

 

The MINIMUM requirements for this position are: 

  • Possess a valid Class 3 Alberta Driver's License with a 'Q' Endorsement. Those with a Class 1 License with air brake endorsement would be considered an asset.
  • Experience as a Grader Operator in the maintenance of a gravel roadway system
  • Have a good working knowledge of summer and winter grader operations
  • Must be capable of performing minor repairs to the grader and be able to assist the mechanical staff with repairs if necessary 

 

The successful applicant will be required to work a 40 to 45 hour work week based on the time of year, with some evening, weekend and emergency callouts. The salary range for this position is $64,000 - $93,500. We offer a competitive benefits package and pension plan. 

Starland County has a Substance Abuse Prevention Policy in place to reflect our commitment to protect the health and safety of employees, co-workers, general public and the environment. In accordance with this policy, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment as well as a driver's abstract to be pulled. 

 

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your resume to the address below. This employment opportunity will remain open until February 12, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found. 

 

We thank all applicants for this application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Motor Grader Operator Job Description