Purpose of Position
Equipment operator operates a variety of medium to heavy equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance and repair activities and performs a variety of tasks associated with the construction of PV array. This position requires resilience, people skills, self‐motivation, persistence, accurately following protocol, and teamwork to be successful. Qualified candidates will be able to multi-task, prioritize, work well with the team, complete tasks efficiently, and be highly organized.
Major Responsibilities of Position
- Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading.
- Transporting and unloading of various equipment, materials, supplies, etc.
- Operates trucks and construction or power equipment, such as Semi with automatic and manual transmission, bobcat, skid steer, and post pounder
- Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Reports need for maintenance of repair of equipment to supervisor.
- Participates in construction and laboring work as directed.
- Take action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Follow appropriate safety standards
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Exercises technical and functional skill set with one year experience of CDL No restrictions
- Confirm utilities and other buried lines or structures are located prior to digging.
- Perform legal operating procedures per OSHA and regulations without supervision
- Operates, washes, services, and makes minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment
- Take action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions for crew, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Maintain the flow of work under minimal supervision
- Train crew members on equipment and CDL guidelines and maintains documentation
- Willingness for continued education and learning.
- Professionally represent Harvest Solar as an ambassador to our vision, driving increased solar awareness.
- Other duties as assigned.
Educational and Certification Background
1) High School Diploma or GED Required
2) Valid CDL Driver’s License, 5-10 years’ experience w/ability to supervise and or train Required
3) MIOSHA Certification, i.e., OSHA 30, ETC Required
Personal Competencies
- Ability to stand, walk and navigate construction job site terrain.
- Must have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; ability to work in various positions & environments, including but not limited to stooping, standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift, pull and push materials and equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds or more on a frequent basis.
- Ability to climb to heights and conduct work with proper safety restraints.
- Visual requirements include the ability to visually inspect work performed,
- Must have the ability to tolerate the above requirements for a minimum of 8 hours daily.
Work Environment
- Travel Required – 95 to 100% - Job site locations vary; therefore, overnight travel is required. Harvest values our associates work life balance scheduling overnight travel Monday through Friday. Hotel and transportations costs are covered. Additionally, food per diem is paid for overnight stays.
- Commercial Constructions Setting – Up to 95-100% - Job site terrain and outdoor work installing solar systems working 10- and 12-hour days during installation with exposure to construction site hazards. Extreme temperatures during the summer and winter months can be expected.
- Shop Environment 0 to 5 % of the time: Position supports construction and shop activities therefore, exposure to industrial safety hazards, loud and sudden noises, hot/humid and cold conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Home weekends
- Overtime
Application Question(s):
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Do you have a valid unsuspended driver license?
- Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law and regulations?
- Does the posted salary range meet your requirements?
Work Location: On the road