Heavy Equipment Operator

CoVolt Power; Coggon (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power is seeking skilled Operators to support the mechanical scope of our solar field construction projects. This field-based role is located at our project site in Krum, Texas, and involves operating a range of heavy equipment in outdoor environments while adhering to safety regulations.

You will perform routine equipment maintenance, read and follow instructions and load charts, and document field decisions as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent education is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience on construction projects preferred.
• Equipment certifications as required by law or project.

Responsibilities

• Operate field equipment including blade, dozer, loader, scraper, forklift/telehandler, Bobcat/skidsteer, roller, backhoe, excavator and tractor.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Provide timely documentation of field decisions and reporting.

Skills

Safety regulations

Equipment knowledge

Maintenance

Math skills

Reading documents

Lifting ability

Repetitive motions

Endurance

Instruction following

Construction experience

Teamwork

Safety culture

Core Principles

Documentation

Outdoor work

Weather tolerance

Noise/dust exposure

Education

GED or equivalent education

Job description

CoVolt Power is a leading utility-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) company specializing in the design and delivery of solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and high voltage infrastructure. Since its founding in 2005, the company has built a reputation for de-risking project delivery and providing creative, integrated solutions that span the power and digital infrastructure sectors. Consistently ranked as a top-tier EPC, CoVolt Power leverages a mission-driven approach to safety and quality, delivering thousands of megawatts in renewable assets that support a more resilient and sustainable energy future for developers, utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and data center operators across North America.

Position Summary

We are looking for a team of Operators to join our team to support the Mechanical Scope of our 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 is located at our project site in Krum, Texas.

Activities/Responsibilities/Duties

Can independently perform the following:

• Blade
• Dozer
• Loader
• Scraper
• Forklift/Telehandler
• Bobcat/Skidsteer
• Roller
• Backhoe
• Excavator
• Tractor

Skills/Abilities

• Follow prescribed safety regulations
• Knowledge of equipment listed above, their appropriate uses, and ability to detect machine malfunction
• Perform routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
• Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, procedure manuals, and load charts
• Able to lift 50+ pound equipment, maneuvering them into their proper places
• Able to conduct repetitive actions, such as stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching
• Able to stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Able to follow precise instruction and receive feedback
• Experience working on construction projects preferred
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work well with others, including colleagues and supervisors
• Models behavior in safety, quality of work, attendance and punctuality, productivity, teamwork
• Actively embodies Signal’s Core Principles and the One Team Approach: including planning, communication, and collaboration
• Provides timely documentation of field decisions and reporting, such as Tier Boards and Production Tracking.
• 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

Education And Experience Requirements

• GED or equivalent education
• Minimum 1 year experience
• Equipment certifications as required
• Current driver’s license of proper class and necessary endorsements as required by law
• Essential Physical Requirements

Important Interview Policy:

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CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

• CoVolt Power does not charge any applicant for their participation in the recruitment and employment process, at any time.