Construction Engineer: Entry-Level Heavy Equipment Operator

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

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.