Finish Dozer Operator

Blackline Civil; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on experience

Extended health benefits

Growth opportunities

Projects across Alberta

Job summary

Blackline Civil Inc. is seeking a Finish Dozer Operator to join our civil construction team in Alberta. The role focuses on precise grading and earthworks across central and northern projects, with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

You will operate dozers, read grade stakes, and collaborate with foremen, surveyors, and pipe crews to deliver projects on schedule. Willingness to work long hours during peak season is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating dozers in civil construction.
• Experience with GPS machine control systems is an asset.
• Strong understanding of grading and earthmoving operations.
• Ability to work safely around underground utilities and other equipment.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• CSTS-20, WHMIS, and Ground Disturbance Level II considered assets.
• Ability to work long hours during peak construction season.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and team attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozers safely and efficiently on active construction sites.
• Complete rough and finish grading to project specifications.
• Strip topsoil, backfill trenches, spread material, and maintain site grades.
• Read and understand grade stakes, laser levels, and site plans.
• Work closely with foremen, grade crews, pipe crews, and surveyors.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Report equipment deficiencies and repair needs promptly.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies and OH&S regulations.
• Assist with additional site duties as required.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Strong work ethic

Tools

GPS machine control

Job description

Finish Dozer Operator - Civil Construction

Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects)
Company: Blackline Civil Inc.
Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and dependable Finish Dozer Operator to join our construction team. We are a growing civil construction company specializing in earthworks, underground utilities, road building, site development, and commercial/industrial projects throughout Alberta.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate dozers safely and efficiently on active construction sites
• Complete rough and finish grading to project specifications
• Strip topsoil, backfill trenches, spread material, and maintain site grades
• Read and understand grade stakes, laser levels, and site plans
• Work closely with foremen, grade crews, pipe crews, and surveyors
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
• Report equipment deficiencies and repair needs promptly
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety policies and OH&S regulations
• Assist with additional site duties as required
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating dozers in civil construction
• Experience with GPS machine control systems is an asset
• Strong understanding of grading and earthmoving operations
• Ability to work safely around underground utilities and other equipment
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with reliable transportation
• CSTS-20, WHMIS, and Ground Disturbance Level II considered assets
• Ability to work long hours during peak construction season
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and team attitude
  

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
• High accountability
• Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
• Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Extended health and benefits package
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
• Strong pipeline of work across Alberta