Heavy Equipment Operator

We are seeking heavy equipment operators to work in a team-oriented, safety-first environment. Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operate heavy earth-moving equipment, such as dozers, excavators, loaders, mining trucks, scrapers and more in all aspects of mining.
• Perform proper equipment startup and shutdown procedures along with daily servicing of equipment.
• Operate within the acceptable range of design capabilities of the equipment, aided by instrumentation gauges and indicators.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with MSHA laws and regulations, established company safety policies and state and federal environmental regulations in a safe and efficient manner consistent with North American Mining standards.
• Practice defensive driving and equipment operation at all times.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Work with other equipment operators in a safe and organized manner and within established traffic plans.
• Assist in water management, construction, labor, and maintenance activities as necessary.
• Perform utility work and operate utility equipment.
• Assist the maintenance department with routine repairs.
• Keep the supervisor informed of any potential problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Possess basic mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment to assess condition and prevent damage.
• Operate equipment properly within tolerances.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and servicing as needed.
• Ability to work with GPS units in the equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations.
• Ability to recognize unsafe and adverse conditions and the knowledge to correct or report them.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts up to 12 hours per shift, including night shifts and weekends.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• High school diploma or GED. Relevant experience may be substituted.
• Two years of experience operating heavy off-road construction equipment is a plus.

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:

• Intermittently: lifting and carrying 50 lbs. (tools and supplies); pushing 50 lbs. (making mechanical repairs).
• Occasionally (0-1/3 of workday): standing and walking (maintenance and cleaning); pulling 50 lbs. (making mechanical repairs); climbing and balancing (on and off equipment, light plants); stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling (inspection and repairs); reaching (equipment operation).
• Frequently (1/3-2/3 of workday): finger repetitive motion (controls, computer); speaking (communications, radio); color vision (identification of strata).
• Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): depth perception and sitting (equipment operation); handling (controls); hearing (equipment problem detection, radio, hazard recognition); seeing (equipment operation, hazard recognition).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must work rotating shifts, with some work being performed outside in all weather conditions with frequent exposure to disagreeable elements and hazards including heights.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.