Bulldozer Operator II – 1284

Louisiana Bridge Builders; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Louisiana Bridge Builders in Lake Charles, LA, seeks a Bulldozer Operator II to support the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project. You will operate heavy equipment to grade land, move earth and debris, and coordinate with crew using signals.

Requirements include 3+ years of experience operating construction equipment, NCCER Certification preferred, and flexibility to work overtime including nights or weekends. Relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Effective written and verbal communication with customers and team.
• Ability to work as part of a crew and coordinate with others.
• Willingness to adapt to changing tasks and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate bulldozer and related heavy equipment to grade land, clear debris, and move material according to plans.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and basic routine maintenance.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew using hand signals or radios.
• Ensure work is completed safely and efficiently and follow project blueprints.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability to change

Initiative

Public/customer interface

Flexible schedule

Education

NCCER Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Louisiana Bridge Builders (LBB) is design ing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street. Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and more. Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.

POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY

The Bulldozer Operator II is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by operating heavy machinery to push earth and materials to grade land or clear areas for the Project.

LOCATION

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.

PRIMARY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate machinery to complete tasks such as grading, leveling, clearing debris, digging trenches, and pushing materials.
• Shape terrain, move large volumes of earth, rocks, and rubble according to blueprints and construction plans.
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Perform basic routine operator maintenance, lubrication, and fueling of equipment.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
• Operate machinery to perform tasks efficiently and safely.
• Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, and SKILLS FOR SUCCESS

• Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
• Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
• Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
• Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime, as needed, to best serve the business operations. In addition, may include ability to work additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to operate machinery using throttles, switches, pedals, levers, etc..

QUALIFICATIONS

At a minimum, the Bulldozer Operator II must have 3+ years of relevant, proven, experience operating construction equipment. National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certification is preferred.