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Harvest Solar delivers top-quality solar energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and agricultural use. Founded in 2010, we began with wind energy and quickly expanded into solar, serving over 11 states across the Midwest.

As a Michigan-based company, we provide full-service installations backed by a 30-year warranty. From homes to businesses and farms, our mission is to meet energy needs with sustainable, reliable solutions.

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We consistently seek exceptional individuals eager to make a difference and grow with us. With locations in Jackson, Michigan, and Champaign, Illinois, we value innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship. Working here means being part of a collaborative environment where your contributions drive a greener future.

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We are seeking an Equipment Operator to operate a variety of medium to heavy equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance and repair activities and performs a variety of tasks associated with the construction of PV array.

This role reports to our Field Operations Department located at our headquarters in Jackson, Michigan. Hourly wage is commensurate with related knowledge, skills and experience, the pay range is $28.50 to $32.50 per hour.

Purpose of Position

Equipment operator operates a variety of medium to heavy equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance and repair activities and performs a variety of tasks associated with the construction of PV array. This position requires resilience, people skills, self-motivation, persistence, accurately following protocol, and teamwork to be successful.

Major Responsibilities of Position

- Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, transporting and unloading of various equipment, materials, supplies, etc.
- Operates trucks and construction or power equipment, such as Semi with automatic and manual transmission, bobcat, skid steer, and post pounder
- Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Reports need for maintenance of repair of equipment to supervisor.
- Participates in construction and laboring work as directed.
- Take action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Follow appropriate safety standards
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Exercises technical and functional skill set with one year experience of CDL No restrictions
- Confirm utilities and other buried lines or structures are located prior to digging.
- Perform legal operating procedures per OSHA and regulations without supervision
- Operates, washes, services, and makes minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment
- Maintain the flow of work under minimal supervision
- Train crew members on equipment and CDL guidelines and maintains documentation
- Willingness for continued education and learning.
- Professionally represent Harvest Solar as an ambassador to our vision, driving increased solar awareness.

Educational and Certification Background

- High School diploma or GED
- Valid CDL Driver’s License, with airbrake endorsement
- MIOSHA Certification, i.e., OSHA 30, ETC

Personal Competencies

- Ability to stand, walk and navigate construction job site terrain.
- Must have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; ability to work in various positions & environments, including but not limited to stooping, standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift, pull and push materials and equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds or more on a frequent basis.
- Ability to climb to heights and conduct work with proper safety restraints.
- Visual requirements include the ability to visually inspect work performed,
- Must have the ability to tolerate the above requirements for a minimum of 8 hours daily.
- Travel Required – 95 to 100% - Job site locations vary, therefore overnight travel is required.
- Commercial Constructions Setting – Up to 95-100% - Job site terrain and outdoor work installing solar systems working 10- and 12-hour days during installation with exposure to construction site hazards.

Harvest Solar employees are eligible for the following benefits programs:

- Nine Paid Holidays per Year.
- Paid Vacation: Vacation time is accrued each week at a rate of 1.5384 to achieve 80 hours in the calendar year.
- Health Insurance.
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Group Life Insurance: $50,000.00 of group life insurance, with and Accident Death clause.
- Group Short Term Disability: 60% of your earnings, with a $1,000.00 weekly maximum, are available for injury or illness after a seven-day waiting period.
- Voluntary Supplemental Programs: Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity are available at the associate’s expense.
- 401k Plan: Associates are auto enrolled at a 3% deferral rate.

Harvest Solar is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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