Heavy Equipment Operator - Renewable Energy Site

Primoris Services Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator to support renewable energy site preparation and construction. The role requires operating equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, and skid steers across solar and wind projects.

You will perform daily inspections, maintenance tasks, and report defects, while adhering to safety plans and coordinating with the ground crew in varying outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Experience with renewable energy, civil construction, or heavy industrial projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, blueprints, and project plans.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, skid steers) for renewable energy site prep and construction.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment and report defects.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks (greasing, cleaning) and document activity.
• Adhere to safety regulations and site safety plans.
• Communicate with team, supervisors, and on-site personnel.
• Assist with ground crew duties and material handling as needed.
• Grade, excavate, and backfill according to project plans.
• Load/unload materials as directed and maintain equipment logs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Pre-employment drug screen

Job description

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator to support renewable energy site preparation and construction. The role requires operating equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, and skid steers across solar and wind projects.

You will perform daily inspections, maintenance tasks, and report defects, while adhering to safety plans and coordinating with the ground crew in varying outdoor conditions.