Dozer Operator

At Volker Stevin, our employees are key to the success of every project, contributing to the legacy we build within the communities we serve. If you're ready to take on a challenging, hands-on role where safety, teamwork, and growth are paramount, we encourage you to join our dynamic team. Together, we’ll continue to set the standard for excellence in construction.

Reporting to the Foreman, the Dozer Operator is responsible for operating bulldozers and track loaders to move, level, and grade earth, rock, and other materials on construction, or excavation sites. They ensure efficient site preparation, maintain equipment, follow safety protocols, and collaborate with site supervisors and crew members to complete projects accurately and on schedule.

How You’ll Add Value**
- Actively contribute to the safety culture, promoting a safe and productive work environment
- Operate the dozer in successive passes to raise or lower terrain to the specified grade, using grade stakes or hand signals as references
- Use the dozer to level soil and move rock or debris
- Ensure proper operation of attachments such as rippers, blades, and winches
- Identify and report mechanical issues or potential hazards to supervisors
- Perform daily maintenance, safety checks, and pre-operational tasks including cleaning, lubricating, and refueling equipment to ensure smooth and safe operation
- Operate additional heavy equipment (i.e. excavator) as required to support project needs

What You Bring**
- 2+ years of experience operating a dozer in heavy civil construction
- Physically able to access/egress as well as remove debris from tracked equipment
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a Driver’s Abstract showing no more than 6 demerits and no major infractions

**How We Make It Count**

- **100% Employer-Paid Benefits**: Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- **RRSP Matching**: Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees
- **Long-Term Careers**: Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
- **Seasonal Rehire Loyalty**: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
- **Professional Growth**: Access 500+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
- **Unlimited Potential**: Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed

** Our Commitment to You**

**Safety Isn’t Just a Priority—It’s a Value**.** Safety is woven into the fabric of who we are and how we operate. It’s not a box we check off; it’s a commitment that guides every decision we make, every process we implement, and every project we undertake. Because at the end of the day, when we say safety is a value, we mean it’s a promise we make to our people, families, and the communities we serve.

**True to Our Word, True to Our People.** Our culture is grounded in humility and authenticity, with a deep commitment to family. We believe in supporting each other, no matter the role or title. When we say we care, we mean it—our actions match our words. Everyone is empowered, valued, and respected, because being 'true to our word' means being 'true to our people.'

**Interesting Projects and Skill-Building Work.**Volker Stevin is known for its ability to take on complex projects of all sizes, from large-scale infrastructure builds to specialized niche developments to highway maintenance and more. This diversity in project scope and complexity means that our employees have access to new opportunities across our family of companies that challenge them to think creatively and develop new skills.