Wheel Loader Operator - Frac Sand Plant (Experienced)

Wheel Loader OperatorStrasburg, OH | Frac Sand Mining & Processing | 4 Days On, 4 Days Off | 12-Hour Shifts$26 - $32 / Hour | Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision | 401(k) Match | Monthly Production BonusWe are hiring an experienced Wheel Loader Operator to run heavy equipment with minimal supervision and support daily production at our frac sand plant. This role involves physical work, adaptability to different tasks, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperate and maintain wheel loaders of all sizes to keep material loading and transport running smoothly.Move material to designated stockpile areas accurately and efficiently.Operate skid steers with precision and safety across a variety of tasks.Operate track hoes of all sizes, adapting to the requirements of each task.Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to keep yourself and the crew safe.Run equipment independently without direct supervision while keeping productivity and safety high.Schedule4 days on, 4 days off12-hour shifts, days or nightsWeekends and holidays as scheduledPay & Benefits$26 - $32 per hour, based on experienceCompany-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and company holidaysMonthly production bonus eligibilityPPE reimbursement, including approved safety boots and protective equipmentRequirementsRequired QualificationsProven experience as a Loader Operator with a focus on running loaders of all sizes.Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and productively with minimal supervision.Availability for 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.Preferred QualificationsBasic knowledge of occupational safety practices.Ability to follow instructions and work well within a team.Flexibility to adapt to different tasks and responsibilities.Experience operating skid steers and track hoes.Mining, aggregate, or heavy industrial experience.Physical Demands & Working ConditionsWork is performed outdoors at an active mining and processing site, primarily from the cab of heavy equipment.Seated operation of mobile equipment for the majority of the shift.Frequent climbing of stairs, ladders, and catwalks, and frequent exposure to moving equipment and other plant hazards.Occasional standing and walking on uneven or wet ground, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead, shoveling and cleanup, and work at heights with fall protection.Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds.Must be able to hear alarms and use a radio while wearing hearing protection.Required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and high-visibility clothing.Apply today!