Scraper Operator
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Central Specialties
Alexandria, MN, US
Summary
The Scraper Operator is responsible for maneuvering scrapers safely and accurately to excavate, load, and transport earth and other materials on construction sites. This role also includes performing routine maintenance on the equipment and maintaining clear communication with site personnel.
Job Description
Central Specialties, Inc. is a third generation, family owned, general road contracting company serving Minnesota and the Dakotas. We take pride in the reputation we have built for providing responsive customer service, on the job safety, efficient and high-quality products and services. Our skilled workforce of 375+ employees is dedicated to quality and excellence. It's the pride our employees take in their work that keeps CSI at the top of the industry.
What sets us apart!
- Family owned and operated
- Best equipment and technology
- Building the best roads start to finish
Benefits of joining our team!
- Traveling throughout Minnesota and the Dakotas
- Winters off
- Working outdoors
- Company paid training opportunities
- We promote from within
A Scraper Operator is responsible for operating heavy construction equipment known as scrapers. These machines are used to excavate, load, and transport earth, rock, and other materials on construction sites. The Scraper Operator plays a crucial role in earthmoving and site preparation projects, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality in all operations.
Requirements:
- Must be able to travel throughout Minnesota, North and South Dakota.
- Regular, consistent attendance and regular overtime at all assigned job sites.
- Valid Driver’s License, preferably Class A.
- Acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Previous heavy equipment operating experience.
- Strong mechanical skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Physical strength and endurance to perform all principal duties and responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Maneuver the scraper safely and accurately to avoid damage to property, underground utilities, or other equipment.
- While operating equipment, maintain clear and effective communication with the site supervisor, team members, and ground personnel using verbal and non-verbal hand signals.
- Prioritize safety at all times, following company and industry safety guidelines and protocols.
- Perform routine maintenance on the scraper, such as greasing, checking fluid levels, and cleaning the equipment.
- Operate scrapers and other heavy equipment to perform tasks such as grading, leveling, excavating, and pushing materials.
- Maneuver the scraper to dig, load, and transport materials as required.
- Load materials, such as dirt, gravel, or other construction materials, into the scraper's bowl or pan.
- Transport materials to designated areas on the construction site, maintaining a consistent speed and load distribution.
- Performs other tasks as needed
Benefits:
- Group Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- 401 (k) Company Match
- 401(k) Company Discretionary Contribution
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Employee Sick and Safe Time (Part-time and seasonal employees)
- Per Diem
- Electronic Direct Deposit
Central Specialties is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Central Specialties, Inc. | It’s On Us to Build the Future of Infrastructure
At Central Specialties, Inc., we believe every mile matters. For more than 45, we’ve been building and maintaining the roads that connect communities, grow economies, and improve lives across the Midwest.
As a full-service general road construction company, we specialize in:
Aggregate production & supply
Asphalt paving & milling
Site work & grading
Our “It’s On Us” mindset means we take responsibility for delivering quality, safety, and innovation on every project. From highways to local roads, our work is grounded in integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to building infrastructure that lasts.
Central Specialties is proud to be a trusted partner for communities, DOTs, and private clients—paving the way toward progress and connection, one project at a time.
Founded
1976
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Alexandria, Minnesota
Central Specialties, Inc. | It’s On Us to Build the Future of Infrastructure
At Central Specialties, Inc., we believe every mile matters. For more than 45, we’ve been building and maintaining the roads that connect communities, grow economies, and improve lives across the Midwest.
As a full-service general road construction company, we specialize in:
Aggregate production & supply
Asphalt paving & milling
Site work & grading
Our “It’s On Us” mindset means we take responsibility for delivering quality, safety, and innovation on every project. From highways to local roads, our work is grounded in integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to building infrastructure that lasts.
Central Specialties is proud to be a trusted partner for communities, DOTs, and private clients—paving the way toward progress and connection, one project at a time.
Founded
1976
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Alexandria, Minnesota