Heavy Equipment Operator - Solar Pile Driving

ZipRecruiter; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the renewable energy sector is seeking skilled heavy equipment operators for utility-scale solar projects. This role involves operating various heavy machinery, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining environmental performance on-site. Candidates should be adept at coordinating with team members and possess strong problem-solving skills. The position requires extensive outdoor work in varying weather conditions, and reliable transportation to project sites is essential. Join a dynamic team that values safety and efficiency while contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Weekly travel per diem

Paid travel time

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation to project sites.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and maintain compliance with safety policies.
• Load and unload equipment and materials from vehicles.

Skills

Hand and foot coordination

Operation Monitoring

Interpersonal skills and teamwork

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

Heavy equipment

Compact track loader

Job description

Renewable Energy - Utility Scale Solar Projects

OUT OF STATE TRAVEL REQUIRED

Payscale based on experience and position hired for - heavy equipment operators, skid steer, tele handler, excavator and solar pile driver.

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance.
• Load and unload equipment and materials from vehicles and trailers.
• Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner. Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse.
• Complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation. Conduct daily walk around to inspect equipment prior to use.
• Assist, when necessary, with setting up lasers and string line.
• Assist with the placement of pile onto the field with compact track loader prior to installation.
• Remediate pile for tolerances.

Skills Required:

• Hand and foot coordination: Coordinate movements of your hands and feet to guide large machinery in tight places.
• Operation Monitoring: Read gauges, dials, and other indicators, and adjust them as necessary.
• Interpersonal skills and teamwork: Coordinate actions with those of other workers on busy construction sites.
• Troubleshooting: Detect and fix operating problems.
• Critical thinking: Identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions to problems to choose the most likely successful and cost-effective option.

All work is performed outdoors and workers are subject to extreme weather conditions. Must be able to work in extreme conditions - summer heat and winter cold weather.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand and work on your feet for your shift. Must be able to walk extensively throughout the day on the job site and work in adverse weather conditions.

Must have reliable transportation. Employees are responsible for their own transportation to the project site.

Must speak and write English proficiently and have a HS diploma. OSHA 10 is required.

Extensive travel is required for extended periods. Weekly travel per diem and travel time paid.

Employment Length:

• Varies

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Company Description:

AEMP provides subcontractor services for the utility scale solar industry from engineering support for foundation design, foundation installation, pile driving, DTH drilling, mechanical construction of solar trackers and fixed tilt racking, to full electrical services licensed in 14 states. Our senior management team has completed over 2GW of utility scale projects across the USA.