About QE Solar
QE Solar is one of the nation's largest independent solar and BESS operations and maintenance providers, with over 15 years of operating experience. We manage 10 GW of solar and 7.5 GWh of BESS across 44 states, supporting asset owners with multi-hundred MW utility solar projects and large standalone BESS systems. We're pure-play O&M. That focus means our entire organization is built around one thing: keeping solar and storage assets running well. Our technicians carry broad OEM certifications, and our in-house capabilities span MV/HV electrical, vegetation management, engineering, and capital improvements, to streamline asset management for project owners.
We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Assistant Foreman to join our team with the
opportunity to transition into a Tractor Operator role. This position is ideal for someone with
experience operating heavy equipment, vegetation management machinery, and towing trailers
who enjoys working both independently and as part of a field crew. This role supports vegetation
management and right-of-way maintenance projects across the East Coast and requires travel
approximately 1–2 weeks per month.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate tractors and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform vegetation management using brush hogs, orchard mowers, and other specialized
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mowing equipment.
- Safely operate pickup trucks while towing bumper-pull and gooseneck trailers.
- Assist the Foreman with daily field operations and project coordination.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Work independently and collaboratively with a 4–5 person field crew.
- Travel to project sites throughout the East Coast as required.
Qualifications
- Experience operating tractors, agricultural equipment, or other heavy machinery.
- Experience with brush hogs, orchard mowers, or similar vegetation maintenance equipment.
- Comfort towing bumper-pull and gooseneck trailers.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Willingness to travel 1–2 weeks per month.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Licensed to operate agricultural and/or earth-moving equipment (2A), or ability to obtain the
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certification.
Preferred
- Experience in vegetation management, forestry, agriculture, landscaping, construction, or utility right-of-way maintenance.
- Previous leadership or crew lead experience.
This position requires:
Working in indoor and outdoor environments, including solar sites, construction sites, and industrial facilities, in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.)
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing on uneven terrain
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds or more, with or without assistance
Use of hands and fingers to operate tools, testing equipment, and technical devices with precision
Ability to safely climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights
Ability to work in confined spaces and near energized equipment while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols
Visual acuity to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documents, and to identify potential hazards
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, harnesses, arc-flash protection, and other job-specific gear
Effective verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members, supervisors, and other trades in active work environments
QE Solar offers incredible benefits! We enjoy:
100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships, classes, tech, vacations, tickets, and more
Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs
Learning & Development Opportunities
Discounted Life & Disability Insurance
Statement to all Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations:
QE Solar accepts resumes only from contracted recruiting agencies with formal service agreements. Please do not send unsolicited resumes or outreach emails to our QE Solar employees, hiring managers, or team members without expressed consent or contract for services. QE Solar is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes or services.
The pay range for this role is:
26 - 28.50 USD per hour(Vegetation - Donahue)
