Equipment Operator

Gridworks•Albuquerque, NM

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Gridworks is seeking an Equipment Operator to support the successful execution of construction and solar projects. This role is responsible for operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently to support site development, material movement, and project completion. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and comfortable working in dynamic outdoor environments. This position plays a key role in ensuring jobsite productivity, equipment reliability, and adherence to company safety standards. Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Primarily operating across the Southwest, we are expanding into other regions. With nearly 3 GW of solar and battery energy storage projects, we are well positioned for continued success in the rapidly growing clean energy sector.

Requirements

5 + years of equipment operation experience preferred
Hand and foot coordination: You must coordinate movements of your hands and feet in order to guide very large machinery in tight places.
Operation Monitoring: You'll have to read gauges, dials, and other indicators, and adjust them as necessary.
Interpersonal skills and teamwork: You must be able to coordinate your actions with those of other workers on busy construction sites.
Critical thinking: Your job will require that you identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions to problems in order to choose the one that is most likely to be successful and cost-effective.
Troubleshooting: Anyone operating equipment should be able to detect and fix operating problems.
Experience in general construction and workplace safety practices
Insurability must have clean driving record, and valid drivers’ license.
Ability to travel to/from job site, reliable transportation.
Ability to pass background check and pre-employment and random drug screenings.

Nice To Haves

Degrees or courses from vocational schools in construction equipment operation and maintenance add an extra edge.

Responsibilities

Provide support to successful completion of construction solar projects.
Operate the equipment in the right direction and angles to prevent accidents and damage of property.
Ensure and manage the machines or equipment in a safe and secure way.
Perform periodical safety, maintenance, or servicing checks to ensure proper functioning of the equipment.
Inform and advise the management or repairmen for major repairs or maintenance.
Operate equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance.
Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers.
Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner.
Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse
Attends training and meetings.
Other duties as assigned.