Transload Operator - Day Shift - Benwood, WV

Transload Operator

Iron Oak Energy, a leading provider of proppant to the oil and gas industry with a differentiated footprint of low-cost, logistically advantaged mining and terminal assets serving all major U.S. shale basins. Iron Oak Energy Solutions, formed from the strategic combination of Covia Energy and Black Mountain Sand to create a premier frac sand mining company, delivering superior products and solutions to diversified oil and natural gas markets across North America. The combination positions Iron Oak Energy with unmatched scale, reliability, and deliverability to customers in all major oil and gas shale plays.

Position Overview

The Transload Operator position will oversee the transloading of material to/from railcars and trucks. Operators are accountable to ensure the safe and productive operation of the facility and must possess aptitude for multiple disciplines and be proficient in the operation of equipment associated with all functional areas. The Operators load bulk OTR trucks with product using facility equipment including both stationary and mobile conveyors and other loading equipment.

Position Responsibilities

• Load trucks from railcars in yard using conveyors and other mobile equipment.
• Communicate with drivers, the transloading team, and the corporate office.
• Troubleshoot and analyze control systems to resolve software/hardware and configuration problems.
• Enter and maintain inventory and activity data into the appropriate system.
• Prepare and forward reports to corporate office, as needed and/or requested.
• Ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
• Identifies and sources parts, supplies and repair items, as necessary.
• Receive and inventory any incoming parts and/or supplies, coordinate packing slips with purchase orders.
• Perform duties safely and responsibly while always observing all safety and health rules.
• Completes pre-shift inspections and JSA's, and interfaces with relief operator for any updates, instructions, and changes.
• Proactively maintain good housekeeping practices and preventive maintenance practices on equipment including but not limited to daily inspections, greasing, cleaning, etc.
• Assists with general housekeeping including the clearing of waste sand accumulation in yard, facilities cleaning and maintenance.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sufficient education to troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative mechanical maintenance on system, heavy equipment, and other general equipment on site; or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and characteristics.
• Ability to complete written documentation, records, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical equations and use hand tools, power tools, measuring tools, and other labor tools.
• Effective communication skills: ability to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language.
• Must have team player attitude with high-level of self-motivation requiring minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as nature of plant schedule may fluctuate.
• Ability to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors and be exposed to varying weather conditions (i.e.: heat, wet, cold, etc.)
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, pull and push.
• Must be authorized to work in the US and be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license

Benefits

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits medical, vision, dental
• 401K with company matching
• Vacation + Paid Holidays
• Disability, Life / AD&D, and Long Term Care Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program

Iron Oak Energy is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities based on work-related factors without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. We offer competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive range of benefits.