Solar Heavy Equipment Operator Job at McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Sulph

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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

McCarthy is hiring immediately for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator for the construction of a new solar facility located in Lake Creek, TX. McCarthy is looking for team members that have a proven commitment to safety, are accustomed to working outdoors, and can be committed to a full-time schedule.

• Safety-First Mindset
• Paid Holidays (7)
• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) Retirement
• Professional Development
• Referral Cash Bonuses

McCarthy’s core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring to make us a better company. Together, we can build great things.

The Heavy Equipment Operator is part of the team that is largely responsible for the safe and successful movement of machines and equipment throughout the job site. The Civil / Heavy Equipment Operator will utilize a wide variety of machines and equipment to facilitate the movement of land and materials based on the scheduled work plans. The Civil / Heavy Equipment Operator may also be assigned additional duties on the job as required by the project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Operate/maneuver heavy dirt equipment on construction sites in a safe and effective manner, including but not limited to dozer, roller, backhoe, excavator, and motor grader.
• Perform Equipment Daily checks to ensure equipment functions properly and safely.
• Complete shallow and deep trenching excavation activities
• Rough and fine grading with dozer (GPS)
• Safely load and unload materials
• Clean, maintain and conduct basic equipment repairs.
• Recognize hazards and danger zones
• Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when not in use.
• Coordinate with crew members in response to hand and/or audio signals.
• All other duties assigned by site leadership

Qualifications

• Prior experience on solar, commercial, and/or civil construction projects operating heavy dirt construction equipment
• Thorough knowledge of equipment and safety processes used in large construction sites
• Understand logistics and traffic control plans
• Mathematically inclined to convert to tenths of a foot
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and leadership within the team
• Demonstrate capability and competence in large dirt size equipment
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, pushing, pulling of material weighing 50 lbs
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage
• Prior experience with grading
• Ability to operate dozers and other equipment with GPS systems
• Ability to squat, crawl and work in awkward positions and confined spaces
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Unrestricted use of hands, arms, shoulders, upper/lower back, visual acuity, depth and color perception
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Age 18+
• Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction