Travel Skid Steer Operator

Travel Skid Steer Operator

This role supports our Energy Division by preparing our solar fields and staging our Electrical crews. You'll be responsible for operating machinery that directly impacts our project outcome. Success in this role means upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

You'll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Operate heavy equipment and assist with trenching, grading, or material movement
• Load and unload tools, equipment, and materials from trailers and trucks
• Support civil work activities including conduit installation and backfilling
• Assist with photovoltaic construction tasks when not operating machinery
• Maintain safe operation of equipment in line with job site standards
• Coordinate with team leads and field personnel for daily work plans
• Travel and work outdoors in various environmental conditions
• Follow KE policies, procedures, and safety expectations
• Support additional duties as needed by project teams

You're someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Previous experience operating equipment
• Experience with civil or solar construction preferred
• Class A CDL preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 100%), including overnights
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Valid driver's license with safe driving record

Pay Range $25$35 per hour plus per diem, travel incentive opportunities, and overtime eligibility. Prevailing wage may apply depending on project location.

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
• Must be capable of working in inclement conditions to include extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 75 lbs.
• Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources via email at View email address on click.appcast.io

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.