grader operator

Grader operators work with a heavy piece of mobile equipment that creates a flat surface by slicing off the top soil with a large blade. Graders usually provide a flat finish on the heavy earthmoving work performed by the scraper and bulldozer operators.

Alternative Labels

construction plant operator, grader

grader driver

grader operative

grader operator

grader worker

heavy plant operator, grader

motor-grader driver

plant operator, grader

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

drive mobile heavy construction equipment follow health and safety procedures in construction inspect construction sites keep heavy construction equipment in good condition operate GPS systems operate grader react to events in time-critical environments recognise the hazards of dangerous goods use safety equipment in construction work ergonomically work in a construction team

Essential Knowledge

mechanical tools

Optional Skills and Competences

follow safety procedures when working at heights interpret 2D plans interpret 3D plans keep personal administration keep records of work progress monitor stock level operate bulldozer operate construction scraper operate excavator operate heavy construction machinery without supervision operate road roller perform minor repairs to equipment secure heavy construction equipment set up temporary construction site infrastructure sort waste test soil load bearing capacity transport construction supplies

Optional Knowledge

electricity machinery load capacity

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/426c8cca-31f7-4a88-af60-6f5365ab3a62

Status

released

Occupations

grader operator

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI