Job Description

Job Location: Puerto Rico, PR 00918
Salary Range: $41.40 - $41.40 Hourly

Job Category: Operational/Non-ERDJob Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Group 1)
Location: Puerto Rico
Reports to: Site Supervisor
Compensation- $41.40
About ARG Ceres JV
ARG Precision Corporation (ARG) was founded in 1996 under the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. It was created to address the industry's demand for power generation services on the island and the struggle to find local companies that could offer this type of service. The objective was to build this company, committed to satisfying the needs of the Power Generation Industry and being the first option of our clients.
ARG/Ceres JV operating under the name of Hyperion Power Solutions was formed in 2023 (Ceres majority control), becoming a leader in construction in the Power Generation Industry in Puerto Rico. The extensive experience of ARG/Ceres JV engineers in the field, more than 25 years, has led the company to an honorable status among our clients. This experience provides a full range of comprehensive services tailored to the client's needs. Being at the forefront of technology allows ARG/Ceres JV to provide unparalleled technical expertise that is essential to addressing the complex requirements of today's projects.
Driven by Purpose, Powered by People
At Hyperion Power Solutions, we believe you're more than just an employee; you're part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission -- to deliver reliable, innovative, and sustainable power solutions that strengthen Puerto Rico's energy infrastructure and support the communities we serve.
We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork. If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you’ll fit right in. We don’t just respond to challenges, we rise to them.
What We Are Looking For
The Heavy Equipment Operator – Substation is a skilled union operator responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy construction equipment in support of electrical substation, transmission, battery energy storage system (BESS), and power generation projects. This role supports site preparation, excavation, grading, material handling, equipment placement, and civil works associated with electrical infrastructure while maintaining strict compliance with safety, environmental, and quality requirements applicable in Puerto Rico.
This position fits within the operations team under the IBEW classification for Heavy Equipment Operator (Substation & Electrical Infrastructure), collaborating closely with electrical crews, rigging teams, and foremen on active project sites. It does not involve managing people but requires strong coordination and teamwork. Success in the first 12 months looks like safely operating equipment on multiple projects, contributing to on-time project milestones, maintaining zero safety incidents, and demonstrating proficiency in high-voltage environments through certifications and performance feedback.
What You Will Do
- Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, graders, rollers, forklifts, cranes (when qualified), and other specialized machinery in substation environments.
- Perform excavation, trenching, grading, backfilling, compaction, and site leveling activities.
- Support foundations, duct banks, grounding systems, equipment pads, and structural installations.
- Assist with placement and removal of large electrical equipment, including transformers, breakers, BESS containers, and steel structures, under supervision and approved lift plans.
- Support construction and expansion of transmission substations (115–230 kV and above).
- Assist with civil and electrical interface activities for BESS facilities, including container pads, access roads, and grounding systems.
- Coordinate equipment movements within energized or restricted substation environments following approved procedures.
- Participate in daily job briefings, hazard analyses, and tailgate safety meetings.
- Maintain situational awareness around energized equipment, underground utilities, and overhead hazards.
- Perform pre-operational and post-operational inspections of assigned equipment.

Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Demonstrated experience operating heavy construction equipment in industrial or infrastructure environments.
- Proficient and safe operation of multiple types of heavy equipment.
- Ability to read and understand basic construction drawings, grade stakes, and site plans.
- Strong awareness of electrical hazards and high-voltage environments.
- Valid heavy equipment operator certification or union qualification per IBEW agreement.
Preferred

Qualifications
- Previous experience in electrical substations, transmission yards, or power plants.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction Safety.
- First Aid / CPR.
- Valid driver’s license; CDL depending on equipment.
What to Expect
As a Heavy Equipment Operator – Substation at Hyperion Power Solutions, expect a hands-on, dynamic role where you'll operate heavy machinery in high-stakes electrical infrastructure projects across Puerto Rico. Your days will start with safety briefings and equipment inspections, followed by tasks like excavation, grading, and supporting electrical installations in substations or BESS sites. You'll work closely with teams in energized environments, requiring constant vigilance for hazards like high voltage and uneven terrain. Shifts may extend to 10-12 hours, including overtime, weekends, or nights, especially during project deadlines or emergencies, with exposure to Puerto Rico's tropical weather—heat, humidity, and rain. The role demands physical stamina for climbing equipment and repetitive motions, but offers a sense of accomplishment in contributing to reliable power for communities. While challenging, the supportive union environment and focus on safety provide structure, with opportunities to grow through certifications and hands-on experience in a mission-driven culture.
Physical Requirements and Environment
Hyperion provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. The physical requirements listed below reflect the essential functions of this role. If you need accommodation to perform these functions, please inform us during the application process.
- Ability to work outdoors in heat, rain, humidity, and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to climb equipment, enter and exit cabs repeatedly, and work long shifts.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work in adverse weather/field conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, exposure to mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration, and loud noise levels.
- Willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, etc. in jobs that require PPE.
- Commitment to following safety standards and protocols.
Why Join Hyperion Power Solutions?
At Hyperion, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have a mission. Your work will directly strengthen Puerto Rico’s energy infrastructure and power the growth of its communities.
We offer:
- A collaborative, mission-driven culture.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- The chance to make a lasting difference for communities.
Hyperion is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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