Demo

Solar Operator III - Pawnee

Mortenson
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026
Solar Operator III

Summary 

Mortenson is currently seeking a Solar Operator III that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Follows prescribed safety regulations
  • Ensure that all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area
  • Performs routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
  • Observes equipment operation to detect machine malfunction
  • Follows work plans and pre-task cards
  • Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
  • Operates the following equipment based on the requirements of the project:
    • Grader
    • Dozer
    • Cable Plow
    • Excavator
    • Backhoe
    • Trackhoe
    • Loader
    • Forklift/Telehandler
    • Bobcat/Skid-steer
Qualifications

  • Equipment certifications as required
  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience
  • Current driver’s license of proper classification and necessary endorsements as required by law
  • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and detail-oriented; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts
  • Ability to operate equipment by moving levers, shifting gears, depressing pedals, and maneuvering steering wheels; knowledge of equipment and their uses; basic mathematical skills
  • Ability to work independently with active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback
  • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
  • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
  • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include: 

  • (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 
  • Dental plan 
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Adoption Assistance  
  • Gym Membership Discount Program  

The base pay range for this role is $27 - $34 per hour. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

Please Make Note

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. 

Let’s Redefine Possible® 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Salary : $27 - $34

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Solar Operator III - Pawnee?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Solar Operator III - Pawnee career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$157,066 - $200,252
Income Estimation: 
$219,423 - $248,819
Income Estimation: 
$115,103 - $147,076
Income Estimation: 
$157,066 - $200,252
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Mortenson

  • Mortenson Washington, DC
  • Project Manager I Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Manager I to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness in a dynami... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Mortenson Washington, DC
  • Summary Mortenson's Federal Contracting Group is currently seeking an experienced Senior Quality Manager to lead, manage, document, monitor, and analyze th... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Mortenson Omaha, NE
  • Summary Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Financial Controls Specialist who will be responsible for applying cost control procedures, b... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Mortenson Nevada, NV
  • Operator Foreman Summary Mortenson is currently seeking an Operator Foreman that will be responsible for operating heavy equipment as directed and specifie... more
  • 1 Day Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Solar Operator III - Pawnee jobs in the Colorado, CO area that may be a better fit.

  • M. A. Mortenson Company Lincoln, MN
  • MN, United States | Solar Group Operator SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an Operator that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed an... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Mortenson Brush, CO
  • Solar Operator Summary Mortenson is currently seeking a Solar Operator that will be responsible for operating equipment as directed and specified while adh... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!