Construction Engineer

U.S. Army; Wacker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Food allowance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Army Recruiting Ohio is seeking entry-level Construction Engineers to support vital Army construction missions nationwide. No prior experience required; training provided; US citizenship or Green Card required.

You’ll operate heavy equipment, clear terrain, build roads, and assist combat engineer missions while ensuring safety and adherence to standards. Training includes Basic and Advanced Individual Training.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required.
• Ages 17–34.
• High school diploma or GED.
• No felonies or open legal cases.
• Must pass drug screening and background check.
• Must be in good physical health with no limitations.
• Must pass ASVAB and qualify for Construction MOS.

Responsibilities

• Operate bulldozers, graders, backhoes, excavators, and scrapers to complete construction and earth-moving tasks.
• Clear and excavate terrain to prepare for troop movement and infrastructure projects.
• Use scrapers to cut and spread fill material.
• Transport heavy equipment using tractor-trailers.
• Support combat engineer missions and operate all-wheel vehicles over varied terrain.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bulldozers

Excavators

Graders

Scrapers

Job description

Construction Engineer – U.S. Army (Entry-Level, No Experience Needed)

Full-time | Part-time | Paid Training | U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Required

The U.S. Army is hiring Construction Engineers (Horizontal Construction Engineers) to operate heavy equipment and support large-scale construction projects vital to Army operations. This entry-level role involves working with bulldozers, excavators, graders, and other machinery to clear terrain, build roads, and support combat missions. No prior experience required.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate bulldozers, graders, backhoes, excavators, and scrapers to complete construction and earth-moving tasks.
• Clear and excavate terrain to prepare for troop movement and infrastructure projects.
• Use scrapers to cut and spread fill material.
• Transport heavy equipment using tractor-trailers.
• Support combat engineer missions and operate all-wheel vehicles over varied terrain.

What We Offer:

• Pay: $40,000–$80,000 per year.
• Bonuses: Up to $40,000 for high-demand roles.
• Benefits: Housing, food allowance, medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid vacation.
• Training: 10 weeks Basic Training and 9 weeks Advanced Individual Training.
• Education: Full tuition coverage, scholarships, and student loan repayment.
• Career Growth: Certification opportunities, licensing, and promotion paths.

What You’ll Learn:

• Operation and maintenance of heavy construction equipment.
• Soil composition and grading techniques.
• Safety protocols and environmental considerations.
• Reading construction plans and grade stakes.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (I-551).
• Ages 17–34.
• High school diploma or GED.
• No felonies or open legal cases.
• Must pass drug screening and background check.
• Must be in good physical health with no limitations.
• Must pass ASVAB and qualify for the Construction MOS.

Job Details:

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.
• Location: Nationwide (relocation assistance available).
• Work Remotely: No.
• Schedule: Varies by assignment.

Work Authorization:

• United States (Required).

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required).