Construction Engineer

Army Recruiting Ohio; Wacker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Housing allowance

Medical and dental benefits

Paid vacation

Tuition coverage and scholarships

Job summary

A U.S. Military Branch is seeking Construction Engineers to operate heavy machinery and support vital construction activities. This entry-level position requires no prior experience and involves tasks such as clearing terrain, building roads, and supporting combat missions. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders, aged 17-34, and possess a high school diploma or GED. The role offers competitive pay, bonuses, and various training and career growth opportunities, making it an excellent start for a military career.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (I-551).
• Ages 17–34.
• No felonies or open legal cases.
• Must pass drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate bulldozers, graders, excavators for construction tasks.
• Clear terrain for troop movement and infrastructure projects.
• Transport heavy equipment using tractor-trailers.
• Support combat engineer missions.

Skills

Operation of heavy construction equipment

Understanding of soil composition

Safety protocols

Reading construction plans

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bulldozers

Excavators

Graders

Scrapers

Job description

Overview

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).

Apply now to start your career in military construction and gain hands-on experience with heavy equipment, project planning, and engineering support.