Heavy Equipment Operator - APPLY SOON

at Aerotek in Sanford, Maine, United States

Job Title: Skid Steer Operator

Job Description

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for operating the skid steer on site to efficiently move materials, help unload flatbed trucks, stage materials, and relocate equipment or components of the system as required. You may also assist with general labor tasks when necessary.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct daily safety checks and pre-operation inspections.

+ Unload flatbeds of materials efficiently.

+ Stage equipment and materials around the site.

+ Adhere to all established safety standards.

Essential Skills

+ Ability to operate a skid steer.

+ Minimum of 1 year experience operating on a solar site.

+ Proficiency in using hand and power tools.

+ High attention to detail.

+ Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

+ Willingness to work overtime when necessary.

+ 2+ years experience operating a skid steer in a construction environment.

+ 2+ years of consistent equipment operator experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in construction labor or other labor-intensive fields.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing full-service renewable firm engaged in exciting projects across New York, Maine, and Massachusetts. Be part of a team dedicated to sustainable and environmentally-friendly solutions.

Work Environment

Enjoy a 40-hour work week from Monday through Friday with potential for overtime. Work outdoors in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE and work clothing. Day shifts run from 7 AM to 5:30 PM, including a lunch break. Earn a per diem of $130 for each day worked.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sanford, Maine

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision

- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

- 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

- Short and long-term disability

- Health Spending Account ( HSA )

- Transportation benefits

- Employee Assistance Program

- Time Off/Leave ( PTO , Vacation or Sick Leave)

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