Army Heavy Equipment Operator: Construction Engineer

United States Army Reserve; St. Albans (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Signing bonus

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

United States Army Reserve is seeking personnel for construction engineering roles that primarily involve operating bulldozers and other heavy equipment to support infrastructure projects. No prior experience is required as training is provided.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation of bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, and other equipment, with pathways to advancement within military construction projects. Compensation includes housing, education benefits, and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or I-551 cardholder.
• Ages 17–34.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a criminal background check with no open violations.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• No felony.
• Must currently be in good health with no physical limitations.

Responsibilities

• Drive bulldozers and road graders, as well as other heavy earth-moving equipment to clear and excavate.
• Use scrapers to cut and spread fill material, transport heavy construction equipment with tractor-trailers, and assist with combat engineer missions.
• Operate all-wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

General construction

Terrain operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bulldozers

Backhoes

Scrapers

Job description

United States Army Reserve is seeking personnel for construction engineering roles that primarily involve operating bulldozers and other heavy equipment to support infrastructure projects. No prior experience is required as training is provided.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation of bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, and other equipment, with pathways to advancement within military construction projects. Compensation includes housing, education benefits, and comprehensive health plans.