Dozer Operator

Application Instructions

Would you like to be part of a focused, dedicated team? Do you want to work and grow with other motivated, ambitious people? Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development along with an opportunity to grow your career and thrive under Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential and growth.

• Benefits Include Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retail Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Development (Growth and Career Advancement Opportunity)

Position Description

Operate CAT D9 and D10 bulldozers (or equivalent large production dozers) to perform rock push operations, mass excavation, cut and fill work, site development, and large-scale earthmoving activities.

Key Highlights

• Operate large production dozers in heavy civil construction, mining, quarry, data center, roadway, and mass grading environments
• Perform rock push operations involving blasted, ripped, and excavated rock materials
• Work safely and efficiently around excavators, haul trucks, loaders, scrapers, and other heavy equipment
• Maintain production goals while ensuring safe and efficient material movement across the project site
• Identify grade stakes, site markings, and production requirements to support project objectives
• Work in fast-paced, high-production environments with minimal supervision
• Follow all company safety policies, project requirements, and equipment operating procedures
• Absorb and assist with general labor duties as needed to support project operations

Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating large production dozers, including CAT D9, D10, or equivalent equipment in heavy civil, mining, quarry, mass excavation, or large earthwork environments
• Proven experience performing rock push operations and working in high-production earthmoving applications
• Willingness to perform laborer duties when equipment operation is not required
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining a professional attitude and strong work ethic
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong awareness of surroundings with excellent hand-eye coordination and depth perception
• Ability to climb in and out of heavy equipment, walk uneven terrain, bend, stoop, kneel, balance, and lift up to 75 pounds as required
• Ability to work around active heavy equipment, excavation areas, rock operations, and other potentially hazardous jobsite conditions
• Flexible availability, including overtime, weekends, and extended work schedules as project needs require
• Valid driver's license required
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• OSHA 10 certification preferred