Minnesota – Seasonal Dozer Operator (Brainerd)

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources—Division of Forestry (DOF) is hiring a full-time Seasonal Dozer Operator, who will provide specialized equipment operations necessary to protect life, property, and natural resources from wildfire on all land ownerships within the assigned Forestry Area and across the state. Based in Brainerd, MN, the Dozer Operator’s primary assigned duty is the operation of bulldozers, heavy equipment, and other engines to suppress wildfires, establish fire breaks, and perform equipment tasks to support prescribed burning on DNR-administered lands.

If you’re interested, check out the qualifications and apply by May 19, 2026. Compensation includes a salary of $25.95 – $29.93 / hourly; $54,183 – $62,493 / annually, annually, excellent health insurance, a reliable pension, and much more! If you want a fulfilling career that will make a measurable difference to Minnesota’s people and natural resources, apply by clicking here: Seasonal Dozer Operator—Brainerd or go to Careers using Job ID 93825.  For more information about this position, please contact Joel Lemberg at Joel.Lemberg@state.mn.us or (218) 947-8593.