Dozer Operator

Prince; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince is seeking a dedicated machine operator in Kissimmee, Florida. The role involves operating heavy machinery in outdoor conditions, requiring stamina and physical fitness. Candidates will perform tasks such as grading terrain and moving equipment efficiently while adhering to safety protocols.

Employees will work around highway traffic and in varying weather conditions. Those interested should be ready for a hands-on role with additional maintenance responsibilities for machinery.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, kneel, walk, lift, bend, stoop, pull, and push throughout the day.
• Experience in operating heavy machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines and equipment by starting engines, moving throttle, and using pedals.
• Drive equipment to achieve specified results like grading terrain.
• Perform minor repairs and maintain machinery.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Starts engine, moves throttle, switches, and levers, and depresses pedals to operate machines, equipment, and attachments.
• Drives equipment in successive passes over working area to achieve specified result, such as grade terrain or remove, dump, or spread earth and rock.
• Aligns machine, cutterhead, or depth gauge marker with reference stakes and guidelines on ground or positions equipment following hand signals of assistant.
• Fastens bulldozer blade or other attachment to tractor, using hitches.
• Greases, oils, and performs minor repairs on tractor, using grease gun, oilcans, and hand tools.
• Signals operator to guide movement of tractor‑drawn machine.

Job Requirements

• Employee works on average ten (10) hours per day, five days (and occasionally six days) per week. All work is performed outdoors in Florida heat and rain; and around heavy highway traffic areas.
• The physical requirements of the job include standing, kneeling, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, pulling and pushing throughout the day.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO/DFWP/ Minorities, Females, Disabled, Vets

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