Backhoe Loader Operator

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Backhoe Loader Operator to perform excavation, earthmoving, material loading, and site leveling tasks in a technical and safe manner, ensuring operational efficiency and preventive maintenance of the machinery. Key Highlights: 1. Technical and safe operation of backhoe loader 2. Ensuring operational efficiency and preventive maintenance of machinery 3. Contributing to clean energy and energy efficiency in Latin America **About Solenium:** We are a startup with over 8 years of experience delivering clean energy and energy efficiency across Latin America through the sustainable development of new technologies. One of our business lines focuses on intelligent measurement of energy consumption and generation, delivering all related data optimally to our proprietary application and platform, and adding further value to this information through analysis and processing. **Position:** Backhoe Loader Operator **Location:** Valledupar, Cesar / Santander **Contract Type:** Indefinite-term **Work Modality:** On-site **Job Objective:** To carry out excavation, earthmoving, material loading, and site leveling tasks through the technical and safe operation of a backhoe loader. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency on site, meeting established performance targets, and performing preventive maintenance of the machinery, always adhering to strict industrial safety and occupational health standards. **Responsibilities:** * Excavation and Earthmoving Operations * Inspection and Preventive Maintenance * Material Loading and Placement * Operational Safety and Environmental Assessment **Mandatory Requirements:** * High school diploma with technical certification in Heavy Machinery Operation. * Minimum 2–3 years of experience operating a backhoe loader on infrastructure or civil projects. * Valid driver's license (Category B2\) * Valid labor competency certificate **Desirable Requirements:** * Emergency Mechanical Knowledge: Ability to diagnose minor faults and perform on-site replacements of hoses, filters, or bucket teeth to avoid operational downtime. * Specialized Attachments Handling: Demonstrable experience using hydraulic hammers, augers, or extendable booms. * Level Interpretation Skills: Basic knowledge of surveying (reading stakes, laser levels, or string lines) to excavate accurately without relying 100% on an assistant. **Why Join Us?** * You will work with a diverse, young, and mission-driven team committed to making a global impact. * You can help shape the future of our technology by proposing bold and creative ideas, which we will jointly evaluate and implement as a team. * You will have opportunities for professional growth within a company rapidly evolving in this highly innovative market. * You will contribute to delivering clean energy and energy efficiency to people everywhere. Application Question(s): * Do you hold a technical certification in Heavy Machinery Operation and a valid B2 driver's license? * What is your salary expectation? * Do you reside in Valledupar, Cesar, or Santander? Workplace: On-site employment