Dozer Operator Job Laredo area,Texas USA,Construction

Overview

Posillico is Building for Generations.

Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. Along with our Civil /foundation group, Posillico’s business units include Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. These companies give Posillico the unequalled, leveraged experience required to complete complex structural and geotechnical projects successfully.

Posillico empowers a “people first, think safety” culture throughout our organization. This “people first” culture has helped to promote and maintain an excellent record of accomplishment. Posillico has an exceptional safety program coupled with proactive employees throughout its management and union staff. We offer all employees an excellent opportunity to be part of our developing business at Posillico, as we set the standards for excellence in the construction industry with our integrated solutions.

Our company mission is to complete all our projects safely, on time, on target and on budget while having a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dozer Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating bulldozers and related heavy equipment used in site development, road construction, grading, and earthmoving projects. The ideal candidate has experience operating heavy machinery and can perform precision grading and material movement in a fast-paced outdoor construction environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Safely operate bulldozers in support of construction, grading, and earthmoving activities.
Perform rough and finish grading, land clearing, back filling, spreading material, slope shaping, and site preparation.
Push, level, and distribute soil, rock, aggregate, and other construction materials according to project specifications.
Assist with road construction, pad preparation, embankment construction, erosion control, and utility backfill operations.
Read and interpret blueprints, grade stakes, site plans, and GPS machine control systems to ensure accurate grading.
Conduct daily pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, including checking fluid levels, greasing components, and cleaning equipment.
Work closely with supervisors, foremen, pipe crews, laborers, and other equipment operators to complete projects efficiently.
Maintain constant awareness of surroundings to avoid damage to underground utilities, structures, or personnel.
Operate equipment safely on varying terrain, including slopes and uneven ground.
Assist with manual labor and general site duties when equipment operation is not required.
Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, traffic control regulations, and equipment operating standards
Clean and maintain tools and equipment at the end of each shift
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Minimum OSHA 10 certification required.
2-5 years of experience operating bulldozers in heavy civil, road construction, grading, or site development projects preferred.
Valid driver's license required; CDL and equipment certifications preferred.
Ability to read construction plans, grade stakes, site layouts, and understand finish grade requirements.
Experience with GPS machine control systems (Topcon, Trimble, Leica, or similar) preferred.
Thorough knowledge of grading techniques, earthmoving operations, and soil compaction principles.
Understanding of equipment capabilities, limitations, and preventative maintenance requirements.
Ability to safely operate equipment on steep grades and in varying weather and site conditions.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment by complying with company policies, government standards, and legal regulations.
Demonstrate sound judgment, attention to detail, and strong safety awareness.
Ability to accurately judge distances, grades, elevations, and slopes.
Communicate…