Job Description
Job Description
Job Description Heavy Equipment Operator – Commercial Solar
Coral Reef Partners – Full-Time | Travel Required
About Us:
Coral Reef Partners is a leading Pennsylvania-based commercial solar developer, installer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) firm delivering turnkey photovoltaic (PV) systems across schools, municipalities, and commercial sectors. We are committed to building a sustainable future through high-performing solar energy systems backed by innovation, quality, and technical expertise.
The Role:
A Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe, professional, and efficient manner to support solar construction and earthmoving operations. Equipment may include front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, skid steers, graders, compactors, telehandlers, and related machinery. The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures that all work meets safety, environmental, and operational standards while maintaining positive relationships with clients and landowners.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate heavy equipment in support of solar construction, grading, trenching, and restoration
Excavate trenches with attention to depth, slope, and terrain variation
Load and unload soil, rock, and waste materials; transport to proper locations
Restore pipeline rights-of-way (ROWs) or disturbed land to pre-construction conditions
Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance of equipment
Identify mechanical issues and report for repair as needed
Support material handling and other manual tasks when not operating equipment
Use mobile radios to coordinate on-site activities
Train less-experienced operators in safe equipment use
Work under limited supervision and complete assigned tasks independently
Maintain safety, efficiency, and quality standards at all times
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Minimum of three (3) years of experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment
Proficiency with motorized construction equipment
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Working knowledge of grades and reading blueprints
Knowledge of pipeline or solar site construction techniques
Experience with compaction, trenching, and restoring land conditions
Ability to safely operate front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, skid steers, compactors, and telehandlers
Strong understanding of truck and equipment safety
Ability to lift and move up to 75 lbs
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Ability to complete and maintain accurate daily inspection and activity reports
Willingness to travel 100% of the time to customer locations and job sites
Ability to work independently and remain alert in a safety-critical environment
Perks & Benefits:
~ Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
~ Health savings account (HSA)
~ Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental & Dismemberment Insurance
~ Voluntary Life Insurance
~401k with a company match
~ Paid Time Off
~ Employee Assistance Program
~ Professional Development Programs
~ Employee Referral Programs
Schedule:
Full-Time | Travel Required | Field-Based Role at Active Solar Construction Sites
Outdoor work in all weather conditions, exposure to equipment vibration/noise, extended shifts may be required
Job Tags
Full time, Outdoor, Shift work,
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