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Allan Myers
GPS Dozer Operator
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$58,766 / year median in Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
GPS Dozer Operator Allan Myers United States, Virginia, Williamsburg Aug 13, 2026
Responsibilities Allan Myers is seeking an experienced Dozer Operator to support site and grading work, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, and processed water projects in heavy civil construction. The ideal candidate has at least three (3) years of experience operating bulldozers for fine grading, with GPS machine control experience preferred. This role is critical to ensuring precision grading and site preparation for major infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Operate dozers (e.g., Cat D5, D6, D8, or similar) for fine grading, slope work, backfill, and surface finishing to meet project specifications.
Work on mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, processed water projects, and general site grading.
Utilize GPS machine control systems (preferred) or manually grade to required tolerances.
Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and laser levels to achieve precise elevations.
Work closely with supervisors, pipe crews, and earthmoving teams to ensure efficient site preparation.
Conduct daily equipment inspections, perform routine maintenance, and report mechanical issues.
Follow company safety policies and OSHA regulations for grading and excavation work. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience operating dozers for fine grading in heavy civil construction.
Experience in site grading, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, or processed water projects preferred.
Ability to perform fine grading with or without GPS-assisted machine control.
Strong knowledge of soil conditions, compaction techniques, and grading tolerances.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and adapt to various weather conditions.
Valid driver's license required.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check. Overview Our Company Does Work That Matters Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic.