Construction Worker

About the role

This position requires enlistment into the United States Army; no prior experience is needed. Construction engineers operate bulldozers, road graders, backhoes, excavators, scrapers, and other heavy earth‑moving equipment to support construction and combat engineer missions.

Responsibilities

• Drive bulldozers and road graders, as well as other heavy earth‑moving equipment to clear and excavate.
• Use scrapers to cut and spread fill material, transport heavy construction equipment with tractor‑trailers, and assist with combat engineer missions.
• Operate all‑wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways.
• Learn how to operate the different kinds of construction and rough terrain equipment used in the job.
• Learn about soil types and how to place grade stakes.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or hold an I‑551 card (permanent resident).
• Age between 17 and 34 years.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a criminal background check with no open law violations.
• Pass a drug screen; no felony convictions.
• Be in good health with no physical limitations.
• Work authorization limited to the United States.

Benefits

• Housing allowance
• Medical coverage
• Food allowance
• Special pay