Dozer Operator Journeyman

Kiewit • Redfield, AR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move, and/or grade material. This position operates vehicles and heavy equipment for maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way, including loading, hauling, and dumping on surfaces ranging from smooth to extremely rough. The work includes loading and spreading materials, grading roads, constructing trenches and ditches, and maintaining equipment. The role may also involve training employees and inspecting equipment and subordinate work.

Requirements

• May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Strong working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Proficiency in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
• May require a U.S. driver's license.
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and fit-for-duty medical evaluation.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Must have required tools.
• Ability to perform the physical and work-environment demands described in the posting, including moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and heavy equipment while maintaining and repairing roads and rights-of-way, including loading, hauling, and dumping on surfaces ranging from smooth to extremely rough.
• Load gravel, dirt, and sand; smooth and grade roads; and spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for culverts, water pipes, and sewer pipes, and remove silt and debris.
• Check and maintain equipment fluid levels and lubrication.
• Instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools, as well as job techniques and skills, when asked.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors, problems, or defects.
• Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities, and determine time, costs, resources, or materials needed for work activities.
• Inspect subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, identify deficiencies, explain them, and take corrective action.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED