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Harvest Solar

Solar Installer - Michigan

Jackson, MI

$21/hr

Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost ... Operating equipment and machinery used in construction sites. * Loading and unloading building ...

Harvest Solar

Solar Installer - Michigan

Jackson, MI

$21/hr

Solar Installers are responsible for the proper installation of Harvest Solar Systems while ... Operating equipment and machinery used in construction sites. * Loading and unloading building ...

QE Solar

Solar Technician - Albany, NY

Albany, NY · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

About QE Solar QE Solar is one of the nation's largest independent solar and BESS operations and maintenance providers, with over 15 years of operating experience. We manage 10 GW of solar and 7.5 ...

Mortenson

Solar Operator I - Twelve Mile III

Milburn, OK · On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

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

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Solar Operator I - Twelve Mile III

Solar Operator I - Twelve Mile III

M. A. Mortenson Company

Milburn, OK • On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Operator
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking an 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
  • A. 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 concierge with 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.
Let's Redefine Possible®
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.
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About M. A. Mortenson

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M. A. Mortenson is a prominent name in the construction industry, based out of Minneapolis, MN, US. Established in 1954 by M.A. Mortenson Sr., the company has over six decades of experience offering construction services that have contributed to building lasting infrastructures across various sectors, including healthcare, energy, corporate, and sports. Mortenson has proven its exceptional expertise through a range of complex building and facility projects across the US fulfilling the customer's specifications and exceeding their expectations. Moreover, the company's core values are outlined as ‘Do the Right Thing’, ‘We Before I’, ‘Inspire What’s Possible’, and ‘In it for the long haul’.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1954

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