Solar Operator - Meitner

Mortenson; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with company 100%

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Solar Operator to operate equipment as directed in accordance with Mortenson safety policies. The role requires operating Forklift/Telehandler and Bobcat/Skid-steer on solar projects with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will follow safety regulations, perform routine maintenance, and work in a collaborative environment with diverse teammates while ensuring clean and orderly work sites and adherence to project plans.

Qualifications

• Equipment certifications as required.
• Minimum one year of related experience.
• Current driver’s license and endorsements as required by law.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts.
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift/telehandler and Bobcat/skid-steer as required by the project.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and Mortenson safety policies.
• Maintain housekeeping in the assigned area.
• Perform routine maintenance including lubrication, fueling and cleaning.
• Observe equipment operation to detect malfunctions and report issues.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards and work with diverse teams.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Read safety rules

Communication

Independence

Tools

Forklift

Bobcat

Telehandler

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an

Solar Operator

Mortenson is currently seeking an Solar Operator that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate the following equipment based on the requirements of the project:
  • Forklift/Telehandler
  • Bobcat/Skid-steer
• B. Follow prescribed safety regulations
• C. Ensure that all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area
• D. Perform routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
• E. Observe equipment operation to detect machine malfunction
• F. Follow work plans and pre-task cards
• G. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• H. All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Equipment certifications as required
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience
• Current driver’s license of proper classification and necessary endorsements as required by law
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail-oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts
• Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills
• Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include:

• (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please Make Note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.