Finishing Dozer Operator

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a drug-free workplace with a random drug testing program.
• Drive a safety culture that promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Operate a dozer equipped with GPS, laser, or sonic grade control systems to perform final/finish grading of earthwork surfaces to specified elevations and tolerances.
• Read and interpret grading plans, survey stakes, cut/fill sheets, and grade control data to achieve precise finished grades.
• Perform fine grading, sloping, and smoothing of surfaces to meet project specifications and drawings, minimizing rework and material waste.
• Coordinate with survey crews and project engineers to verify grade elevations and confirm tolerances are met.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training materials, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), warning tags, traffic signs, and procedure manuals.
• Work in challenging conditions, independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Operator 1: 2+ years of dozer operation experience, with exposure to finish grading.
• Operator 2: 5+ years of dozer operation experience, including finish grading to tight tolerances.
• Operator 3: 10+ years of dozer operation experience, including advanced finish grading and GPS/laser grade control systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GPS or laser machine control systems (e.g., Trimble, Topcon) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Preferred safety training (company will provide additional training as necessary):
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites.
• Climbing in and out of equipment, working in confined spaces or at heights.
• Exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather.
• Proper PPE required, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots.
• Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth; Hubbard, TX. Includes per diem.