Finish Grade GPS Dozer Operator

Location: South Bay

Location:

South Bay,Florida,United States

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Finish Grade GPS Dozer Operator on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County, Florida. This project marks the largest contract in the Jacksonville District's history, valued at $2.87 billion. Thalle will oversee the construction of a 17.75-mile embankment dam and associated structures.

This project offers potential Project Team members a valuable opportunity to broaden their professional experience and advance their careers throughout its duration. The CEPP plays a vital role in Everglades restoration, aiming to enhance ecosystem health, improve water storage, and increase resilience to climate change.

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, NC and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas. Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continuing to expand our geographical footprint. Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes but is not limited to;
Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on demand emergency services, etc.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully) who was established in 1921 and developed into one of the nation's largest privately held, family-owned construction firms. Tully's corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

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Safety is our TOP priority! Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more! Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify, and Drug Free Workplace.

Location:

South Bay, FL

Job Title:

Finish Grade GPS Dozer Operator

Pay:
Competitive compensation package based on experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Operate GPS-equipped bulldozers to perform finish grading of subgrades, embankments, roadways, and pads in accordance with project plans and specifications.

* Accurately finish to grade on slopes, including cut and fill slopes, tie-ins, and transitions, while maintaining required tolerances.

* Utilize GPS machine control systems to achieve precise grades, elevations, and cross-slopes.

* Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and digital models to ensure proper execution of work.

* Perform grading operations efficiently while maintaining smooth finishes and proper drainage.

* Follow all company safety policies, including taking specific action to avoid other workers, equipment, and potential obstructions.

* Operate equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and site-specific instructions.

* Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs to supervision.

* Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, utilities, and site conditions at all times.

* Assist with rough grading, back filling, and other earthwork activities as directed.

* Be capable and willing to perform general manual labor when not actively operating equipment.

* Maintain clean and orderly work areas and contribute to overall jobsite housekeeping.

* Conduct all work with 100% integrity, professionalism, and commitment to safety and quality.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* Minimum 5 years of experience operating bulldozers on heavy civil or infrastructure projects, with demonstrated finish-grade experience.

* Proven ability to finish to grade and maintain slopes using GPS-controlled dozers.

* Experience operating GPS systems such as Trimble, Topcon, or equivalent preferred.

* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, grade stakes, and digital terrain models.

* Ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, grade checkers, and field personnel.

* Strong commitment to contributing to a culture of safety, quality workmanship, and teamwork.

Physical Requirements:

* Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

* Work long shifts with non-standard break times.

* Work in a variety of…