Job Description
General Responsibilities:
Terracon is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Equipment Operator I to join our team. This position involves assisting with test pile installations on large-scale solar projects across the Eastern United States. As a self-reliant, flexible, and independent operator, you will be part of an employee-owned team, working with late-model equipment and benefiting from our tailored maintenance program. This role offers the opportunity to enhance your skills through on-the-job training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as a two-person crew and independently on various projects.
• Communicate effectively with the field crew and project management through written and verbal English.
• Operate and maintain commercial trucks and trailers safely and competently.
• Provide daily progress reports to multiple offices.
• Follow all safety guidelines, rules, and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Use cell phone apps for GPS tracking, map reading, and basic Microsoft Office tools.
• Report and perform necessary maintenance tasks for equipment.
• Participate in on-the-job training for PD-10 pile drivers.

Requirements:

• Preferred: A Class “A” CDL and a proven record of CDL driving experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an equipment operator or equivalent training and experience in a related field.
• Ability to travel extensively, primarily based out of Little Rock, Arkansas.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform manual tasks with unrestricted motion.

• Completion of Terracon Mobile Equipment Operator Competency training after hire.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain certification or licensure in field of expertise. For example, Excavator Certification, Bulldozer Certification, Front End Loader and Backhoe Certification

Preferred Certification:

• Experience with skid steers, excavators, or backhoes is encouraged.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and teach within the field crew.

• For Remediation Construction projects, 40-Hour HAZWOPER certificate, TWIC and DOT medical card preferred.

About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.