Dozer Operator

United Infrastructure; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly Competitive Salaries

Generous Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive Health Plans

401k Savings Plan with matching contributions

401k with 100% matching up to 4%

Life and Disability Insurance

Training, Education, Certification, &

Job summary

A leader in transportation construction is seeking a Dozer Operator to ensure the safe and efficient operation of dozer equipment on construction sites in Union, NJ. Responsibilities include leveling and scooping soil, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with crew members to ensure project specifications. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and have 3-5 years of experience in the industry. This position offers competitive salaries and benefits including performance bonuses and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 to 5 years of experience in roads, highways, and bridges.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozer in a safe manner.
• Perform daily maintenance on equipment.
• Notify supervisor for equipment repairs.
• Handle basic duties across related crafts as assigned.

Skills

Ability to operate dozer machinery

Effective communication skills

Manual dexterity

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

United Infrastructure Group continues to be a leader in the transportation construction industry in the southeast with a 100+ year history of delivering successful projects by hiring exceptional employees to work in a professional family environment. UIG is committed to developing the best workforce possible by constantly recruiting, training, and promoting construction industry professionals throughout our organization.

Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits:

• Highly Competitive Salaries
• Generous Performance Bonuses
• Robust Subsistence Allowances
• Comprehensive Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Strong 401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan with 100% Matching Contributions up to 4% of compensation
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Training, Education, Certification, and Qualification Assistance

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

As a Dozer Operator at UIG, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of dozer equipment on construction sites. Your primary duties include leveling and scooping soil, as well as controlling the direction and angle of the dozer to move rocks, debris, and other materials. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth and accurate preparation of construction sites, contributing to the successful completion of bridge, roadway, and other infrastructure projects.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Proper daily maintenance including lubrication
• Operate the dozer in a safe and appropriate manner
• Understand, interpret and follow directions from foreman and superintendents
• Keep equipment clean and well maintained
• Notify supervisor if equipment needs repair
• Monitor all engine gauges
• Interacts with construction general laborers and/or crew members who are facilitating alignment, movement, and adjustment of the equipment to complete conformation of grade specifications for the construction project.
• Turn valves to control air and water output of compressors and pumps.
• Adjusts control wheels, handles and depresses pedals to drive machinery and control attachments, such as blades, buckets, scrapers and swing booms
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts
• Other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.
• Constant physical effort, including standing and sitting is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently walk and climb on uneven surfaces of heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and carry at least 30 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand tools.

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Open to working different shifts if needed by the project
• Must have reliable transportation to and from jobsite every workday (driver's license preferred)
• Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
• Willingness to travel for project requirements (multi-state opportunities)

UIG IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER

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