Dozer Operator

Fisher Industries; Ocotillo (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries is seeking a Dozer Operator to operate D8/D9 dozers for embankment and fill construction on a project. Night shifts, travel, overtime, and weekend work may be required.

Requirements include 5 years of earth moving experience, valid driver's license, OSHA certification or willingness to obtain, and strong communication skills. The role emphasizes safety and independent work, with pre-employment drug testing.

Qualifications

• 5 years of earth moving experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• OSHA certification or willingness to obtain (company pays).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow and enforce safe work practices.
• Self-directed; works with minimal supervision.
• Extended travel, night shifts, and/or weekend work may be required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Operate D8/D9 dozers to meet production targets.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and complete hazard assessments.
• Maintain heavy equipment and log maintenance needs.
• Complete production reporting and other required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Adhere to OSHA safety policies and company procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Earth moving experience

Valid driver's license

OSHA certification

Safety compliance

Strong communication

Independent work

Pre-employment drug test

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Job description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com

POSITION SCOPE

The Dozer Operator will be responsible for operating a D8/D9 dozer to efficiently and effectively construct embankment and fill areas on a project .Must be proficient moving dirt and mountainous terrain.

This position may include day or night shift work, travel, overtime, and weekend work.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Safe and efficient operation of D8 and D9 dozers to meet production targets
• Conduct pre-trip/post-trip walk-around safety inspections and completes daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities
• Maintain heavy equipment in good operating condition, reporting and logging maintenance requirements or concerns
• Complete production reporting and other documentation as required
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other team members
• Safety, Safety, Safety comply with all OSHA and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• 5 years of earth moving experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy
• OSHA certification or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certification
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to follow and enforce safe work practices
• Self-directed and can work independently with minimal supervision
• Extended out-of-town travel, night shift, and/or weekend work may be required
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.

If you require an accommodation with applying, please email [e-mail] or call the HR Department at [phone] to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.