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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for cal fire dozer operator in Texas is $23.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $25.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cal Fire dozer operator?

To excel as a Cal Fire Dozer Operator, you need expertise in heavy equipment operation, knowledge of fire behavior, and relevant training or certification such as a valid equipment operator's license and completion of Cal Fire safety programs. Familiarity with bulldozers, GPS navigation systems, radio communication devices, and fire suppression equipment is essential. Strong decision-making skills, composure under pressure, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These capabilities ensure that operators can safely and efficiently create fire breaks, support firefighting crews, and protect communities in high-risk, dynamic environments.

What is a Cal Fire dozer operator?

A Cal Fire Dozer Operator is responsible for operating bulldozers to create fire lines, clear vegetation, and assist in wildfire suppression efforts. They work in challenging and hazardous conditions, often in remote areas, to help control and contain wildfires. Operators must have experience with heavy equipment, strong situational awareness, and the ability to work as part of a wildfire response team. This role requires physical endurance, emergency response training, and knowledge of fire behavior.

How to be a Cal Fire Dozer Operator?

To become a Cal Fire dozer operator, candidates typically need a valid driver's license, experience operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, and often must complete specialized training or certification in firefighting and equipment operation. Physical fitness and the ability to work in challenging outdoor environments are also important requirements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Cal Fire dozer operator during fire season?

During fire season, Cal Fire Dozer Operators are responsible for operating bulldozers to construct fire lines, clear vegetation, and create defensible spaces to help contain wildfires. Their day often involves collaborating closely with fire crews, using communications equipment to receive instructions, and performing regular maintenance checks on their machinery. Operators may be deployed to remote or rugged terrain for extended periods, sometimes working long shifts in challenging conditions. This vital work is performed as part of a larger incident response team, contributing directly to fire suppression and community safety.

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Infographic showing various Cal Fire Dozer Operator job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 52% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,966 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

Manager - Facilities - Woodlands Mall

Nordstrom

The Woodlands, TX • On-site

$76K - $126K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Nordstrom rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 424 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 21 rated department stores

Job description

Job Description

The ideal Area Facilities Manager is highly networked, customer focused, richly experienced, skilled, motivated, results oriented, uses good judgment in all decisions and actions and is committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. Working at Nordstrom as a Facility Manager, you'll wear many hats - you'll be a mentor, your team's biggest fan, as well as a driver of business.

A day in the life...

  • Establish and maintain a safety-first culture by maintained, clean, comfortable, and well-portfolio and driving safe work practices, timely training, best practices as well as delivering rewards and recognitions to promote safe behavior. Drive and promote safety culture within portfolio including subcontractors, suppliers, and visitors.
  • Responsible for performance of team of technicians, vendors, and suppliers over multiple locations to perform maintenance and repair on equipment and facilities systems
  • Establish relationships with site leads, regional leadership, and business partners to establish trust and credibility in the delivery of FM services
  • Uphold contract terms and conditions with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure proper delivery of goods and services against contracts and expectations
  • Ensure customer satisfaction in the delivery of Facility Management services and provide leadership to increase customer satisfaction
  • Ensure that planned and scheduled monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual Preventive Maintenance on both critical and non-critical equipment is completed.
  • Act as point of contact with site occupants, property management/landlords to coordinate FM activities and ensure company and customer needs are met
  • Support the business by developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and preventive maintenance schedules (PM) to support all areas
  • Respond to emergency calls as necessary
  • Possess technical knowledge of HVAC, Vertical Transportation, Restaurants, Entry/Signs, specialty systems (i.e., security, fire alarm) MEP and other building elements
  • Help leadership drive volume and achieve operational goals such as store sales volume or fulfilment delivery timeliness and accuracy.

You've got this if...

  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Facilities Manager or equivalent
  • Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent education preferred
  • A proven track record of success in Facilities Management including a solid knowledge of building/mechanical, electrical systems(MEP)
  • Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) systems and reporting including planning, scheduling, and workstream analysis
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with customers, peers, and senior leadership
  • Experience managing remote teams and third party contracted services
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including complex issues involving multiple entities
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite with demonstrated abilities in Excel and Outlook
  • Demonstrated communication skills, written and verbal, including negotiation and conflict resolution
  • Six Sigma, Lean, TPC, or other operational excellence methodology certifications a plus!

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$76,500.00 - $126,500.00 Annual

We've got you covered...

Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits.Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.


For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.


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