Dozer Operator — Shape Roads & Grade Terrain

granite; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction Incorporated seeks an experienced bulldozer operator to gouge, level, and distribute earth in preconstruction work. You will push trees and rocks, set grades, and operate attachments from a tractor, ensuring safety and adherence to project specs.

The role requires read engineering drawings, strong safety practices, and the ability to work in dusty environments. The position emphasizes following instructions, making verifiable decisions, and performing routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent years of experience.
• Proper certification required.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program required.

Responsibilities

• Fastens attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge-pin hitches.
• Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or PTO to tractor to power attachment.
• Moves levers to control tool bars, carriers, and disks.
• Operates tractor controls to raise, lower, and tilt attachment to clear right-of-way.
• Estimates depth of cut by feeling lever and listening for engine stalling.
• Drives bulldozer over terrain to shape ground to specified grade.
• Greases, oils, and repairs tractor as needed.

Skills

Read engineering drawing

Safety awareness

Dusty environment

Follow instructions

Judge distances

Verifiable decisions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Granite Construction Incorporated seeks an experienced bulldozer operator to gouge, level, and distribute earth in preconstruction work. You will push trees and rocks, set grades, and operate attachments from a tractor, ensuring safety and adherence to project specs.

The role requires read engineering drawings, strong safety practices, and the ability to work in dusty environments. The position emphasizes following instructions, making verifiable decisions, and performing routine maintenance.