Dozer Operator: Road Grading & Heavy Equipment

Kiewit; Santo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit in Texas seeks skilled equipment operators to excavate, move and grade material on construction sites. The role requires operating heavy equipment, loading materials, trenching, and assisting with safety and training tasks.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to follow instructions, and maintain equipment efficiently. Outdoor weather exposure and flexible hours are part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant field experience.
• Strong ability to follow instructions and communicate with supervision.
• Proficient with electrical, hand tools, power tools, layout tools and measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and heavy equipment while maintaining roads and rights-of-way.
• Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for culverts and pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check fluid levels and lubrication on equipment.
• Instruct and train employees in safe operation of equipment.
• Inspect equipment and materials for defects.
• Estimate sizes, distances, times, costs, resources for work activities.
• Review subordinate's work for contract compliance and correct deficiencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Equipment maintenance knowledge

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Kiewit in Texas seeks skilled equipment operators to excavate, move and grade material on construction sites. The role requires operating heavy equipment, loading materials, trenching, and assisting with safety and training tasks.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to follow instructions, and maintain equipment efficiently. Outdoor weather exposure and flexible hours are part of the job.