Finish Dozer Operator - Civil Construction
- Edmonton, AB, T5M 3W1, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating dozers in civil construction
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Finish Dozer Operator - Civil Construction
Location: Alberta (Central / Northern Projects) Company: Blackline Civil Inc. Position Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and dependable Finish Dozer Operator to join our construction team. We are a growing civil construction company specializing in earthworks, underground utilities, road building, site development, and commercial/industrial projects throughout Alberta.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate dozers safely and efficiently on active construction sites
- Complete rough and finish grading to project specifications
- Strip topsoil, backfill trenches, spread material, and maintain site grades
- Read and understand grade stakes, laser levels, and site plans
- Work closely with foremen, grade crews, pipe crews, and surveyors
- Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
- Report equipment deficiencies and repair needs promptly
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Follow all company safety policies and OH&S regulations
- Assist with additional site duties as required
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating dozers in civil construction
- Experience with GPS machine control systems is an asset
- Strong understanding of grading and earthmoving operations
- Ability to work safely around underground utilities and other equipment
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with reliable transportation
- CSTS-20, WHMIS, and Ground Disturbance Level II considered assets
- Ability to work long hours during peak construction season
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and team attitude
What We’re Looking For
- Ability to make decisions quickly and solve problems in the field
- High accountability
- Team-first mindset with a focus on execution
- Commitment to safety, quality, and getting the job done right
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Extended health and benefits package
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil division
- Strong pipeline of work across Alberta
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Finish Dozer Operator will perform rough and finish grading to project specifications while operating heavy equipment safely on active construction sites. They are responsible for stripping topsoil, backfilling trenches, and maintaining site grades in coordination with foremen and survey crews.
Requirements
Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience operating dozers within the civil construction industry. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to work long hours during peak construction seasons are required.
Skills
- Dozer operation
- Finish grading
- Rough grading
- GPS machine control
- Earthmoving
- Site development
- Underground utilities
- Equipment maintenance
- Grade stakes reading
- Laser levels
- Safety compliance
- OH&S regulations
Benefits
- Extended health
- Benefits package
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
Keywords
- Dozer
- Civil construction
- Earthworks
- Underground utilities
- Road building
- Site development
- GPS machine control
- Grading
- Earthmoving
- CSTS-20
- WHMIS
- Ground Disturbance Level II
- Equipment inspection
- Preventative maintenance
- Construction safety
- OH&S