What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dozer Operator position at Allan Myers?
Responsibilities
Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Dozer Operator to support site and grading work, mass excavation, and processed water projects in heavy civil construction. The ideal candidate has at least three (3) years of experience operating bulldozers for fine grading, with GPS machine control experience preferred. This role is critical to ensuring precision grading and site preparation for major infrastructure projects.
Key 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.
Hourly Range:• $26.00 - $29.00, based on experience and equipment test. Benefits:• We offer competitive industry-leading benefits (including Medical, Vision and Dental), vacation, paid holidays, annual performance bonus program and 401k.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and adapt to various weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Overview
Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Salary : $26 - $29
