What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operating Engineer-Solar Project position at Pepper Construction Group LLC?
With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.
Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently to support construction, excavation, grading, paving, lifting, and material handling activities while following project specifications and safety regulations.
Common Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate heavy equipment such as:
- Excavators
- Bulldozers
- Loaders
- Cranes
- Backhoes
- Graders
- Forklifts
- Rollers and compactors
- Read and follow site plans, grade stakes, and project instructions
- Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
- Identify and report mechanical or safety issues
- Work closely with superintendents, laborers, and trade crews
- Follow OSHA and company safety procedures
- Maintain accurate work logs and equipment records
- Assist with site preparation, trenching, lifting, grading, demolition, or paving operations
- Ensure proper equipment setup and shutdown procedures
Pepper Construction pays at union scale with union benefits.
Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.
Pepper Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Pepper Construction to recruit, hire, train and promote, into all job classifications, the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.