Road Grader Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist operator job that involves operating a road grader to level and adjust the slope of roads and ground at civil engineering construction sites.
Description
Road grader operators operate graders, which are civil engineering construction machines, to uniformly shape and level the ground for roads and development sites. Based on construction drawings and design plans, they adjust blade height and slope while managing soil volume, and perform construction linked with surveying equipment. They also handle daily inspections, simple maintenance, and safety checks of the machinery, playing a role in balancing construction quality and efficiency. They collaborate with site supervisors and construction management engineers to continue accurate work.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to ongoing infrastructure development. With the advancement of ICT construction and autonomous driving technology, advanced machine control skills will be required.
Personality Traits
Accurate / Cautious / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
In-House Training / Long-Hour Driving / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Construction Machinery Operator → Site Supervisor Assistant → Construction Management Engineer
Required Skills
Daily Inspection and Maintenance / Heavy Equipment Operation / Soil Volume Calculation and Slope Management / Surveying Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
GPS Grading System Operation / Geotechnical Engineering / Millimeter-Level Construction Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precise ground leveling is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it centers on following prescribed procedures rather than creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery (Grading, etc.) Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Grader Operator
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