Equipment Operator - Compost

Heavy Equipment Operator

Responsible for safe and efficient operation of various pieces of heavy equipment to accomplish multiple duties for any department as needed. Operator is responsible to perform repetitive pre-shift/post-shift inspections and will assist in machine repair activities as considered necessary for equipment. This role (upon employment) reports to the Designated Manager of Silver Creek Materials.

What you'll do:

• Possess and maintain a can-do spirit and be a team player.
• Maintain a safe working atmosphere and identify potential risks.
• Work effectively under instruction in a team environment to achieve production goals.
• Safely and efficiently operate water truck or other heavy equipment used to access materials in the mine, process, or load.
• Read and understand machine's operations manual.
• Perform repetitive comprehensive pre/post-shift inspection of machine(s).
• Ensure routine and preventive maintenance actions on equipment are accomplished.
• Supervise equipment operation and communicate with entire team during production.
• Must be willing to be flexible, and work throughout the entire operations area as needed

Qualifications & Skills:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment in the mining, compost, and/or construction industry.
• Basic mechanical understanding and problem-solving skills.
• Must comply with background check and Drug-free Workplace Policy.
• Compliance with safety regulations as outlined by the Company and OSHA/MSHA.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended time periods.
• Ability to physically lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers / peers in job duties.
• Must be dependable and coachable.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• CDL with tanker endorsement preferred.
• Truck loading and site prep experience are a plus.

Benefits:

Silver Creek Materials is family owned and operated and offers about-average industry pay. Eligible employees can elect medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, ambulatory insurance, voluntary critical illness, voluntary accident, and voluntary hospitalization insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Employees also enjoy paid company observed holidays and generous paid time off. Field employees can elect uniforms and will also receive a boot stipend starting on their first anniversary. Additionally, employees can enjoy the use of company facilities, such as a gun range and 11-acre family lake.