Bus Driver

About the role

Signal Energy is seeking a Bus Driver to support our solar construction projects. This is a field-based, hands-on role responsible for safely transporting employees to and from parking areas to the onsite work location and assisting with general labor and site support activities when not driving. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and willing to contribute wherever needed to keep operations running efficiently.

Responsibilities

The role includes two main areas of responsibility: Transportation Duties and General Labor & Site Support.

• Transportation Duties:
  • Safely operate company buses to transport employees to and from parking areas to the onsite work location
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation
  • Maintain clean, safe, and orderly buses
  • Follow DOT, company, and site-specific safety requirements
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding schedules, delays, or maintenance needs
• General Labor & Site Support:
  • Survey and layout support
  • Material staging and distribution
  • Pile and foundation support activities
  • Tracker system installation support
  • Mechanical assembly and installation assistance
  • Electrical and control component support
  • Hardware fastening and torquing support
  • Quality control and inspection assistance
  • Module staging and installation support
  • Equipment setup, alignment, and adjustment
  • Troubleshooting and rework support
  • General construction and production support
• Additional labor support may include:
  • Material handling, loading, unloading, and staging
  • Jobsite housekeeping and debris removal
  • Assisting crews with tools, parts, and logistics
  • Setting up barricades, signage, and pedestrian paths

Requirements

• GED or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving or construction site experience preferred
• Valid CDL Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement (required)
• Acceptable driving record per company and DOT standards

Skills

• Strong commitment to safety and compliance
• Ability to operate a bus in active construction environments
• Ability to lift, carry, and move 50+ pounds
• Able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety rules
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable, punctual, and professional

Working Conditions

This position requires working outdoors in various, often extreme weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, cold, etc. Candidates must be able to work in all weather conditions, as safety permits. This position may also include exposure to loud noises, dust, debris, and other construction-related hazards.