Entry Level Horizontal Construction Engineer

U.S. Army; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Horizontal Construction Engineer, where you will operate heavy machinery to shape the landscape for vital construction projects. This role offers hands-on experience with bulldozers, cranes, and excavators, ensuring you develop essential skills for both military and civilian careers. With comprehensive training and a commitment to your growth, you will not only contribute to the Army's mission but also prepare for future opportunities in the construction industry. Embrace the chance to work outdoors, develop your expertise, and enjoy a rewarding career path that values your contributions and provides substantial benefits.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Food allowance

Special pay

Vacation time

Education benefits

Qualifications

• 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training required.
• Skills in operating various construction equipment and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to complete construction projects.
• Analyze grade stakes and transport construction equipment.

Skills

Operation of heavy construction equipment

Maintenance and repair of equipment

Identification of soil types

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Bulldozers

Cranes

Graders

Excavators

Tractors

Job description

Horizontal Construction Engineer (12N)

Overview:

Horizontal construction engineers use bulldozers, cranes, graders and other heavy equipment to move tons of earth and material to complete construction projects for the Army.

They are also responsible for operating tractors with dozer attachments, scoop loaders, backhoe loaders, hydraulic excavators, motorized graders and scrapers.

Job Duties:

• Analyze the information on grade stakes and placing them
• Drive bulldozers, roadgraders and other heavy equipment to level earth
• Clear, grub, strip, excavate, backfill, stockpile and push scraper with tractor crawler
• Cut and spread fill material with scraper
• Transport heavy construction equipment with tractor-trailer
• Assist in performance of combat engineer missions

Requirements:

Those who want to serve must first take the ASVAB, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training:

Job training for horizontal construction engineer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field with on-the-job instructions.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Operation of different types of construction and rough terrain equipment
• Maintenance and repair of equipment
• Identification of soil types and placement of grade stakes

Helpful Skills:

• Interest in operating heavy construction equipment
• Preference for working outdoors
• Interest in working with your hands

Required ASVAB Score(s):

General Maintenance (GM): 90

Compensation:

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Education Benefits:

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.

Future Civilian Careers:

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with building contractors, state highway agencies, rock quarries, well drillers and construction firms.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program:

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization.