Seasoned Bulldozer Operator – Grade & Clear Terrain

Branch; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch's Civil Division is seeking an experienced Bulldozer Operator to join our growing team. The operator will drive a tractor with a front blade to excavate, level, and distribute earth, pushing trees and rocks as needed.

The role calls for 1–3 years of bulldozer experience and a strong safety mindset in compliance with OSHA regulations. Willingness to work 40+ hours, with on-call availability for weather delays and emergencies is required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years bulldozer operating experience.
• Knowledge of construction techniques.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• DOT experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Fastens attachments to tractor
• Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage or power takeoff shaft to tractor to provide power to raise, lower or tilt attachment
• Operates controls to manipulate tool bars, carriers and disks
• Operates controls to maneuver tractor and raise, lower and tilt attachments to clear right-of-way
• Listens for stalling action of engine to estimate depth of cut
• Operates bulldozer in successive passes to raise or lower terrain to specified grade following markings on grade stakes or hand signals
• May service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment

Skills

Bulldozer operation

OSHA regulations

Job description

Branch's Civil Division is seeking an experienced Bulldozer Operator to join our growing team. The operator will drive a tractor with a front blade to excavate, level, and distribute earth, pushing trees and rocks as needed.

The role calls for 1–3 years of bulldozer experience and a strong safety mindset in compliance with OSHA regulations. Willingness to work 40+ hours, with on-call availability for weather delays and emergencies is required.