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Equipment Operator (Pile Load Testing)

RRC Power and Energy Round Rock, Texas, United States

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Posted Feb 5, 2026Apply by Mar 31, 2026

Role & seniority: Equipment Operator (Pile Load Testing); field technician level, potential to lead or contribute to project teams.

Stack/tools: MS Office proficiency; field testing equipment for pile load tests; geotechnical drilling, soil/rock logging; construction testing/inspection.

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Perform fieldwork for utility-scale solar projects, including pile load testing and data collection per engineering instructions.

  • Conduct site reconnaissance, geotechnical drilling, soil/rock logging; observe and document geotechnical construction activities.

  • Perform construction testing/inspection during project execution and other engineering tasks as required.

Must-have skills

  • High school diploma.

  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; willingness to travel (95–100%) across the U.S.

  • Ability to work in varied site conditions; strong oral/written communication; ability to lead or be an active team member.

  • Heavy lifting capability up to 100 lbs.

Nice-to-haves

  • Prior experience with utility-scale solar pile load testing.

  • Experience in geotechnical drilling/sampling and construction material testing (soil/concrete).

  • Outdoor/field work experience.

Location & work type

  • Primary location: Round Rock, TX (RRC Power and Energy).

  • Travel-intensive role with potential relocation to Haskell, TX; full-time position.

Full Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Travel - Round Rock, TX - RRC Power and Energy - Round Rock, TX 78681Position Type: Full TimeRRC is seeking a talented Equipment Operator (Pile Load Testing) to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Haskell, Texas office. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work on the forefront of the changing energy production landscape. RRC is a unique engineering consulting firm specializing in the energy industry with an established reputation in renewable energy projects. Our team has provided professional services to an estimated 25,000 MW of alternative energy projects throughout the United States and in Canada. Being involved in a large percentage of renewable energy projects throughout North America in the past 9 years, our team is among the most experienced group of engineers, scientists and designers in the renewable energy industry. Must understand & personify RRCs Core Beliefs Client Satisfaction understands the goal of always exceeding our clients expectation Employee Happiness able to work well with others. communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment and mediate conflicts between team members. Quality Work - Ability to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously. Above and Beyond - Versatility, flexibility, ability to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative and a willingness to go out of your way to assist others. Application must be filled out in its entirety for consideration. Essential Responsibilities: Perform fieldwork for utility scale solar project and perform pile load testing under specific work instructions as provided by the engineering staff. The fieldwork will include pile load testing and data collection for solar pile foundations. Additionally, the fieldwork will include site reconnaissance, geotechnical drilling and soil and rock logging as required. Observation and documentation of geotechnical construction activities and perform construction testing/inspection during construction phases. Perform other engineering activities as required. Education and Experience: High school diploma required. Previous experience with utility scale solar project pile load testing is plus. Willing to travel and work in various site conditions and project locations throughout the United States. Proficiency with MS Office computer programs. Previous experience in outdoor/field working/driving conditions is preferred. Previous experience in Geotechnical drilling/sampling and construction material testing in soil and concrete is preferred. Willing to relocate to Haskell, TX office. Valid driver license and a clean driving record are required. Please note that extensive travel (95-100%) throughout the United States will be required. The applicant must have good oral and written communication skills and the ability to lead or be part of a project team. We are looking for motivated individuals who understand the value of working toward success by delivering the highest quality services to our clients. Heavy lifting is required up to 100lbs. . Benefits: RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including: Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance Health, dental, and vision insurance 401k matching Bonus eligibility Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Qualifications

Pile Load TestingFieldworkData CollectionSite ReconnaissanceGeotechnical DrillingSoil LoggingRock LoggingConstruction ObservationConstruction TestingInspectionMS Office ProficiencyHeavy LiftingOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam LeadershipClient Satisfactionmulti-location

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