Heavy Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Manages and performs ground preparation for the placement of solar module foundations and support.
• Operates various heavy machinery such as Bulldozer, Scraper, Motor Grader, Soil Compactor, Dump Truck, Wheel Loader, etc.
• Works with and assists the line crew in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and related tasks using a backhoe, road grater, or front-end loader.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, referring defects or repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment.

Requirements

• Experienced with GPS and GPS equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with no recordable violations.
• All necessary certifications (OSHA Card, Equipment Trainings, etc.) obtained.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Proactive thinking and ability to anticipate next steps.
• Detail-oriented and result-oriented work ethic.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced, and constantly evolving environment, including extended hours.

Qualifications

• Experience operating various heavy equipment machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Full range of mobility in upper and lower body.
• Ability to work in extreme indoor and outdoor environments, including hot sun, cold air, wet weather, mud, loud noises, etc.
• Regularly required to hear, speak, understand direction, and maintain visual acuity.
• Ability to drive a passenger car or pickup truck.
• Traverse rough and uneven surfaces on foot.