Fine Grade Dozer Operator with GPS – Heavy Civil Grading

UNAVAILABLE; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Fine Grade Dozer Operator to support site grading, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, and processed water projects in heavy civil construction. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience operating bulldozers for fine grading, with GPS machine control experience preferred.

Responsibilities include operating dozers for fine grading, reading construction plans, and coordinating with earthmoving crews.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating dozers for fine grading in heavy civil construction.
• Experience in site grading, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, or processed water projects preferred.
• Ability to perform fine grading with or without GPS-assisted machine control.
• Strong knowledge of soil conditions, compaction techniques, and grading tolerances.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozers (e.g., Cat D5, D6, D8, or similar) for fine grading, slope work, backfill, and surface finishing to meet project specifications.
• Work on mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, processed water projects, and general site grading.
• Utilize GPS machine control systems (preferred) or manually grade to required tolerances.
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and laser levels to achieve precise elevations.
• Work closely with supervisors, pipe crews, and earthmoving teams to ensure efficient site preparation.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections, perform routine maintenance, and report mechanical issues.
• Follow company safety policies and OSHA regulations for grading and excavation work.

Skills

Fine grading

Dozer operation

GPS machine control

Reading construction plans

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Tools

GPS machine control systems

Job description

Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Fine Grade Dozer Operator to support site grading, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, and processed water projects in heavy civil construction. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience operating bulldozers for fine grading, with GPS machine control experience preferred.

Responsibilities include operating dozers for fine grading, reading construction plans, and coordinating with earthmoving crews.