Construction Worker
About the role
This position requires enlistment into the United States Army. No prior experience is needed. Construction engineers operate bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, scrapers, and other heavy earth‑moving equipment to clear, excavate, and grade terrain in support of construction and combat engineer missions. They also transport heavy equipment with tractor‑trailers and operate all‑wheel vehicles over varied terrain and roadways.
Responsibilities
- Drive bulldozers, road graders, and other heavy earth‑moving equipment to clear and excavate.
- Use scrapers to cut and spread fill material.
- Transport heavy construction equipment with tractor‑trailers.
- Assist with combat engineer missions.
- Operate all‑wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways.
Skills
- Operation of construction and rough‑terrain equipment.
- Soil identification and grade‑stake placement.
Requirements
- U.S. citizen or I‑551 cardholder (permanent resident).
- Age 17–34.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Pass a criminal background check with no open law violations.
- Pass a drug screen.
- No felony convictions.
- Good health with no physical limitations.
Compensation
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Enlistees in certain Military Occupational Specialties may earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses.
Education benefits
Qualified students can earn full tuition, merit‑based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Pay
$40,000 – $80,000 per year.
Schedule
Full‑time and part‑time options available; schedule varies (listed as “Other”).
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Work authorization
United States work authorization required.