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Civil Earthwork Grading Operator (Skid Steer & Dozer)

Express Employment Professionals - Muskogee

Muskogee, OK 74401 • $18.00 to $20.00 / hr • 9/29/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Shape the ground. Build the future.

Picture your day starting with a quick huddle at the site trailer. You review grade stakes with the foreman, confirm target elevations, and plan the cut-and-fill for the morning. Minutes later, you’re in the seat of a dozer or skid steer, shaping pads, dialing in slopes, and keeping production moving safely alongside a tight-knit construction crew. This role is real site preparation and earthmovingnot simply loading or material handling.

What you’ll tackle
  • Operate skid steers and dozers to perform site prep, earthmoving, and both rough and finish grading
  • Read grade stakes and maintain proper elevations across pads, swales, and slopes
  • Work efficiently with a field crew while prioritizing safety and clear communication
  • Perform basic equipment care and daily walk-arounds to keep machines in top condition
What you bring
  • Hands-on experience operating skid steers and dozers
  • Basic to intermediate grading skills (expert level not required)
  • Comfort working outdoors in changing weather with a dependable, team-first work ethic
  • Familiarity with grade stakes, slopes, and elevations and the discipline to hold grade
  • A strong commitment to safety and equipment maintenance
Compensation

Pay starts at $18.00/HR and increases based on experience. Candidates with stronger equipment operating and grading experience will be considered for higher starting pay.