Dozer Operator

ApplicantPool; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401K

Short term disability

Life insurance

Company Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid时间)

Job summary

Sanford Contractors seeks a Bulldozer Operator to safely operate CAT D5-D8 bulldozers for grading and earthmoving, following grade stakes, GPS, and supervisor directions. You will conduct daily inspections, keep equipment in good condition, and maintain safety standards in all tasks.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and OSHA safety training. You will mentor teammates, assist with underground utility locating, and support project readiness and area restoration after

Qualifications

• Effective communication and ability to understand and speak English.
• Attention to detail and reliability in a field environment.
• Dependable, professional, and adaptable to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate CAT D5-D8 bulldozers for grading and earthmoving operations.
• Follow grade stakes, GPS systems, and supervisor directions to achieve required grades.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Keep equipment clean and in good working condition.
• Identify and report or correct safety hazards.
• Attend daily safety and project meetings.
• Assist in locating underground utilities to prevent damage.
• Mentor team members on safe and proper equipment operation.
• Restore work areas upon project completion.
• Report planned absences to the Foreman with adequate notice.
• Work overtime or extended hours as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Dependable & adaptable

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Bulldozer Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of bulldozers to perform grading, earthmoving, and site preparation while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety standards.

Core Competencies

Effective communication skills; able to understand and speak English.

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

Attention to detail.

Dependable, professional, and adaptable to changing priorities.

Essential Duties

Safely operate CAT D5-D8 bulldozers for grading and earthmoving operations.

Follow grade stakes, GPS systems, and supervisor directions to achieve required grades.

Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.

Keep equipment clean and in good working condition.

Identify and report or correct safety hazards.

Attend daily safety and project meetings.

Assist in locating underground utilities to prevent damage.

Mentor team members on safe and proper equipment operation.

Restore work areas upon project completion.

Report planned absences to the Foreman with adequate notice.

Work overtime or extended hours as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Training/Certification: OSHA Safety Training

Benefits: At the heart of Sanford Contractors Inc. core principles, is the commitment to make a positive difference in the lives of our team members. Our comprehensive benefits package is custom-designed to achieve that goal through access to the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K
• Short term disability
• Life insurance
• Company Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid time off)
• Direct Deposit

Required education: High school or equivalent

Required experience: Dozer Operator: 1+ years

Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

* Labor Activities- Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders regularly. Work involves frequent shoveling, raking, using hand tools and handling materials in and around trenches or uneven terrain. Requires standing or walking for extended periods and working outdoors in various weather conditions.