Motor Grader Operators (Solar & Wind) Nationwide Travel Required

Blattner•Tama, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Motor Grader Operator, you’ll play a hands-on role supporting the construction of solar and wind infrastructure on utility-scale sites. Work outdoors operating heavy equipment, handling materials, assisting with layout, grading, foundation work, and precise equipment placement — all while helping bring clean energy projects to life.

Requirements

Ability to pass a pre-employment background, drug, and alcohol screen
Proven experience operating heavy equipment (motor graders, dozers & excavators) on construction or utility-scale sites.
Perform equipment operation safely and efficiently on uneven or challenging terrain.
Ability to read and follow grade stakes, hand signals, and project plans.
Willingness to travel and relocate to the job site (100% travel)
Composite or steel toe work boots

Nice To Haves

Construction experience
Previous solar and/or wind experience

Responsibilities

Operates equipment generally on uneven surfaces to maintain haul roads and assist in building new roads.
Drives blade and moves levers to regulate height and angle of the blade, lower scarifier that loosens packed soil to permit grading, and tilt front wheels of grader when making sharp turns.
Drives blade in successive passes over working areas usually observing reference stakes to the level surface to specified grade.
Feels levers and sound of the engine to determine the depth of cut.
Operates equipment safely in both forward and reverse directions in close quarters with other heavy equipment.
May perform fine or rough grading.
Greases, oils, and performs minor repairs on equipment.