Equipment Operator Apprentice (Renewables, Solar) - Military Veterans

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and operate machinery used in the construction, repair, maintenance, and alteration of a site's infrastructure including cutting grades, shaping, and dressing slopes and performing other earthmoving activities.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance for the safe operation of the assigned equipment.
• Successfully participate in and complete in-classroom learning requirements as outlined in designated program.
• Prepare & plan the layout and workspace using blueprints, plans, and diagrams to identify work requirements and sequences.
• Engage with mentor daily to receive instruction on how to perform assigned tasks, guidance on how to improve quality of work, and to be evaluated on apprentice progression through the designated program.
• Participate in safety briefs and obtain an understanding of industry specific safety practices, while demonstrating positive working habits by practicing safety procedures and identifying hazards in the workplace.
• Practice safety rules.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Safe use of hand & power tools.
• Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
• Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
• Accountable for all tools, materials, and equipment at the end of your shift.
• Must work well as a part of a team.
• Must comply with company's drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavation, etc.).
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.).
• Ability to work while wearing personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.), when required.
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of individuals or others in the workplace.
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (long sleeves, safety toe boots, etc.).
• Some industrial/construction/general labor experience.
• Detail Oriented
• Dedicated
• Self-starter

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com and follow us on social media at @PrimorisServicesCorporation.

Benefits:

• 401k w/employer match
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.