Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer

Zachry Construction Corporation (Zachry) • Castroville, TX

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About The Position

Zachry Construction Corporation is hiring a Dozer Operator to operate a tractor and blade on heavy civil and highway construction projects. The operator levels soil, moves rock and debris around the job site, scoops soil, and performs excavation and sub-grade work. The starting rate is $19.00 per hour, depending on experience.

The role requires safely and efficiently operating equipment under a supervisor’s direction, following safety rules, identifying and reporting hazards, and communicating with coworkers through verbal instructions and non-verbal hand signals. Work may take place during days, nights, and weekends as required, and may involve weather exposure and physically demanding labor-related tasks. Other construction-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Zachry describes itself as a family-owned company with a history of more than 100 years in infrastructure construction. The company offers career growth opportunities, long-term stability, training, professional development, and advancement. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of dozer experience on heavy highway road construction projects.
• Knowledge of finishing roadways and reading construction plans, sketches, and blueprints.
• Physical ability to perform assigned labor-related tasks, including climbing ladders and in and out of ditches, and prolonged standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying.
• Physical ability to work in various conditions with exposure to weather elements.
• Basic knowledge of operating hand and power tools, such as hammers, sledgehammers, pry bars, and screwdrivers.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and task-oriented, with a strong commitment to safety.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with grade control systems.
• Providing own hand tools, including a hammer, pouch, level, 8-inch crescent wrench, and tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate equipment under the direction of the supervisor.
• Follow company and general safety rules, policies, and guidelines.
• Level soil, move rock and debris to other locations on the job site, and scoop out soil.
• Perform excavation of lime, flex base, and general sub-grade operations.
• Recognize hazardous conditions and report them to the supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with others using verbal and non-verbal hand signals while operating equipment.
• Work days, nights, and weekends as required.
• Perform other construction-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with a 6% dollar-for-dollar company match.
• Paid time off.
• Annual performance bonus program.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for the employee and family.
• Training, professional development, and advancement opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities and long-term stability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed