Heavy Equipment Operator

About the role

We are looking for a team of Operators to join our team to support the Mechanical Scope of our renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate is a positive force on the jobsite, open to feedback, and hungry to learn. This is a field-based, hands-on position in which successful candidates contribute to the construction of a solar field. This position supports the mechanical scope and 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.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate the following equipment:
  • Blade
  • Dozer
  • Loader
  • Scraper
  • Forklift/Telehandler
  • Bobcat/Skidsteer
  • Roller
  • Backhoe
  • Excavator
  • Tractor
• Follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Detect machine malfunction and understand appropriate uses of equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, and multiplication).
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts.
• Lift 50+ pound equipment and maneuver them into proper places.
• Conduct repetitive actions such as stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Follow precise instructions and receive feedback.
• Provide timely documentation of field decisions and reporting, such as Tier Boards and Production Tracking.
• Model behavior in safety, quality of work, attendance and punctuality, productivity, and teamwork.
• Actively embody Signal’s Core Principles and the One Team Approach, including planning, communication, and collaboration.

Requirements

• GED or equivalent education.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Equipment certifications as required.
• Current driver’s license of proper class and necessary endorsements as required by law.
• Experience working on construction projects preferred.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work well with others, including colleagues and supervisors.

Skills

• Knowledge of construction equipment and their appropriate uses.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform repetitive actions.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.