Dozer Operator

GS Construction•Acheson, AB

166d•Onsite

About The Position

GS Construction is seeking a Dozer Operator to join their team. The company specializes in water and sewer rehabilitation and new land development, with a mission centered on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement since 1974. The role involves supporting underground utility projects by maintaining smooth site conditions, managing material movement, and building access roads to ensure production moves safely and efficiently. GS Construction offers a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional development, emphasizing integrity, hard work, and community involvement.

Requirements

3–5 years of dozer experience in civil, water, or sewer construction.
Skilled in grading, subgrade preparation, and dirt/material handling.
Proficient with dozer attachments, including rippers.
Knowledge of equipment inspections and routine maintenance procedures.
Ability to interpret grade stakes and follow elevation requirements.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Willing to learn, promote, and implement GS Construction's culture, core values, and "GS Way" processes.
Ability to manage tasks, operate effectively, and remain focused in high-pressure, fast-changing environments.
Enjoys problem-solving and thinking "outside the box" to develop innovative solutions for complex tasks.
Openness to learning from others and collaborating on new ideas and approaches to improve efficiency and teamwork.
Team-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with crew members and leadership.

Nice To Haves

GPS experience is an asset.
Safety certifications are an asset.

Responsibilities

Operate the dozer safely and efficiently in support of site grading, backfill, and material handling.
Maintain smooth control in varied terrain and around active crews.
Accurately interpret grade stakes and site plans when building subgrades and adjusting for cut/fill.
Maintain correct slope and elevation targets.
Maintain a smooth, level work site and keep dozer in motion to support continuous and efficient crew operations.
Spread and level material in consistent lifts to support proper compaction.
Manage on-site material movement, spreading, and trimming.
Clear excess piles and maintain clean, safe work zones.
Build and maintain clean, accessible travel roads for crew and equipment.
Windrow and aerate material for drying and prepare work areas ahead of weather.
Operate rippers and other dozer attachments effectively.
Utilize GPS-equipped dozers to enhance grading precision.
Use clear hand signals, radios, or verbal instructions to coordinate with crew.
Adjust movements based on trench sequencing and foreman direction.
Follow Alberta OHS, ground disturbance rules, and GS Construction safety protocols.
Maintain a clean and organized worksite.
Participate in daily hazard assessments and report any unsafe conditions or equipment defects immediately.
Perform daily checks on fluids, hoses, and fittings.
Grease, refuel, and clean equipment as needed to maintain safe operation.