Bulldozer Operator: Skilled Earthworks & Grade Expert

Branch Builds, Inc.; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch Builds, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bulldozer Operator for our civil division in Virginia. The role involves operating a bulldozer to excavate, level, and distribute earth, and to push obstacles on the job site.

You will fasten attachments, connect hydraulic hoses, and perform routine maintenance. Applicants should have 1–3 years of bulldozer experience and a solid understanding of OSHA regulations. Ability to work full-time and on-call hours is expected.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of bulldozer operating experience.
• Knowledge of construction techniques.
• 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

Bulldozer operation

OSHA regulations knowledge

Construction techniques

DOT experience preferred

Job description

Branch Builds, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bulldozer Operator for our civil division in Virginia. The role involves operating a bulldozer to excavate, level, and distribute earth, and to push obstacles on the job site.

You will fasten attachments, connect hydraulic hoses, and perform routine maintenance. Applicants should have 1–3 years of bulldozer experience and a solid understanding of OSHA regulations. Ability to work full-time and on-call hours is expected.