Bulldozer Operator: Precision Grading & Earthwork

Branch; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch in Virginia is seeking an experienced Bulldozer Operator for our Civil Division to excavate, level, distribute earth and push trees and rocks. The operator will use a tractor with a blade, follow grade stakes, and work across rough terrain to achieve project grades.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of bulldozer operating experience and knowledge of OSHA regulations; DOT experience is a plus. This is a full-time role with compensation based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction techniques.
• 1 to 3 years of bulldozer operating experience.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• DOT experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Fastens attachments to tractor.
• Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower or tilt attachment.
• Operates controls to manipulate tool bars, carriers and disks.
• Operates controls to maneuver tractor and raise, lower and tilt attachments to clear right-of-way.
• Listens for stalling action of engine to estimate depth of cut.
• Operates bulldozer in successive passes to raise or lower terrain to specified grade following markings on grade stakes or hand signals.
• May service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of construction techniques

1 to 3 years of bulldozer operating

Working knowledge of OSHA regulations

DOT experience preferred

Job description

Branch in Virginia is seeking an experienced Bulldozer Operator for our Civil Division to excavate, level, distribute earth and push trees and rocks. The operator will use a tractor with a blade, follow grade stakes, and work across rough terrain to achieve project grades.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of bulldozer operating experience and knowledge of OSHA regulations; DOT experience is a plus. This is a full-time role with compensation based on experience and location.