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Construction Engineer

Lancaster, OH · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

Construction Engineer - U.S. Army (Entry-Level, No Experience Needed) Full-time | Part-time | Paid ... This entry-level role involves working with bulldozers, excavators, graders, and other machinery to ...

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Construction Engineer

U.S. Army

Lancaster, OH • On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

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6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 492 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

Construction Engineer – U.S. Army (Entry-Level, No Experience Needed)
Full-time | Part-time | Paid Training | U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Required

The U.S. Army is hiring Construction Engineers (Horizontal Construction Engineers) to operate heavy equipment and support large-scale construction projects vital to Army operations. This entry-level role involves working with bulldozers, excavators, graders, and other machinery to clear terrain, build roads, and support combat missions. No prior experience required.

What You'll Do:
  • Operate bulldozers, graders, backhoes, excavators, and scrapers to complete construction and earth-moving tasks.
  • Clear and excavate terrain to prepare for troop movement and infrastructure projects.
  • Use scrapers to cut and spread fill material.
  • Transport heavy equipment using tractor-trailers.
  • Support combat engineer missions and operate all-wheel vehicles over varied terrain.
What We Offer:
  • Pay: $40,000–$80,000 per year.
  •  Bonuses: Up to $40,000 for high-demand roles.
  •  Benefits: Housing, food allowance, medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid vacation.
  •  Training: 10 weeks Basic Training and 9 weeks Advanced Individual Training.
  •  Education: Full tuition coverage, scholarships, and student loan repayment.
  •  Career Growth: Certification opportunities, licensing, and promotion paths.

What You’ll Learn:
  • Operation and maintenance of heavy construction equipment.
  • Soil composition and grading techniques.
  • Safety protocols and environmental considerations.
  • Reading construction plans and grade stakes.
Requirements:
  • U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (I-551).
  • Ages 17–34.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • No felonies or open legal cases.
  • Must pass drug screening and background check.
  • Must be in good physical health with no limitations.
  • Must pass ASVAB and qualify for the Construction MOS.
Job Details:
  • Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.
  •  Location: Nationwide (relocation assistance available).
  •  Work Remotely: No.
  •  Schedule: Varies by assignment.

Work Authorization:
  • United States (Required).

Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (Required).

Apply now to start your career in military construction and gain hands-on experience with heavy equipment, project planning, and engineering support.

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