Dozer Operator - Rough Grade / Finish Grade

Southeastern Site Development; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance, Accident, and Critical

Employer-paid $20,000 Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Southeastern Site Development, Inc. is hiring experienced Dozer Operators for rough and finish grading on heavy civil infrastructure projects across coastal Georgia. The role involves grading, site preparation, and mass earthworks using GPS and various heavy equipment.

You will contribute to safe, high-quality, on-time project execution. Applicants should have at least 1 year of on-site heavy equipment experience, be able to read grade stakes, and lift 50+ lbs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating dozer.
• Reading grade stakes or understanding site layout.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Minimum of 1 year on-site heavy equipment experience.
• Reliable transportation to jobsites within the region.
• Strong safety focus and dependable work ethic.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozer for rough and finish grade tasks according to project plans.
• Read grade stakes and interpret site layouts to achieve design elevations.
• Coordinate with survey crews and field supervision to maintain grade accuracy.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Follow safety policies and work around utilities and active sites.

Skills

Dozer operation

Grading operations

GPS usage

Equipment safety

Reading grade stakes

On-site experience

Tools

GPS systems

Survey interfaces

Job description

Position Overview

Southeastern Site Development, Inc. is seeking experienced Dozer Operators - Rough Grade / Finish Grade for heavy civil infrastructure, roadway construction, and mass grading projects throughout the Coastal Georgia Region - Lagrange. We are hiring both rough grading and finish grading operators.

Depending on experience and qualifications, operators may be assigned to perform mass excavation, cut/fill operations, site preparation, roadway grading, building pad construction, slope work, and precision finish grading utilizing GPS systems. Successful candidates must be committed to safety, quality workmanship, and maintaining production goals in a fast-paced construction environment.

Rough Grade Operations

• Perform clearing, stripping, excavation, and mass earthmoving activities.
• Execute cut and fill operations according to project plans and grade stakes.
• Construct roadbeds, embankments, building pads, and drainage features.
• Maintain proper site drainage during grading operations.
• Work efficiently with scrapers, excavators, haul trucks, compactors, and other support equipment.

Finish Grade Operations

• Perform precision grading of roadways, building pads, parking areas, and site features.
• Utilize GPS to achieve design elevations and tolerances.
• Read and interpret grading plans, survey layouts, and construction specifications.
• Coordinate closely with survey crews and field supervision to maintain grade accuracy.
• Verify finished surfaces meet project requirements before subsequent construction activities.

General Responsibilities

• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Operate equipment safely around personnel, utilities, structures, and other equipment.
• Follow company safety policies and project-specific requirements.
• Assist with other construction activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience operating dozer
• Working knowledge of grading, excavation, and earthmoving operations.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in varying terrain, weather, and jobsite conditions.
• Ability to read grade stakes or understand site layout
• Ability to work safely on active construction jobsites
• Reliable transportation to jobsites within the
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Dependable with a strong work ethic
• Minimum of 1 year of on-site heavy equipment operating experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on heavy civil, grading, utility, or site development projects
• Experience with GPS systems
• Experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment, including excavators, motor graders, loaders, compactors, or haul trucks.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage

Employer-paid $20,000 Life Insurance Policy

401(k) with Employer Match

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay based on experience

Company Overview

Southeastern Site Development, Inc. is a leading heavy civil construction company operating throughout Georgia. We specialize in roadway construction, underground utilities (water, sewer, and storm), mass grading, excavation, bridge and concrete structures.

Our team handles projects of all sizes, ranging from local roadway to large infrastructure developments. Southeast frequently serves as the General Contractor on major projects for state and local agencies, municipalities, counties, and private sector clients. We take pride in delivering high-quality work, maintaining a strong safety culture, and building long-term relationships with our employees and clients.

EEO / DOT Compliance

Southeastern Site Development, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

This position may be subject to DOT regulations, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing, as applicable. Candidates must be able to meet all DOT and project-specific requirements.