Haul Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

We Pursue a Higher Standard

Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Wharf is an open-pit, heap-leach gold operation and the only gold mine operating in South Dakota. Located in the northern Black Hills, Wharf is the only known operating mine that shares a hillside with a ski resort, Terry Peak.

Coeur Wharf has been part of the local community since 1983, actively volunteering and supporting the arts, educational programs, beautification events and children’s and wellness programs.

Approximately 250 miners, geologists, engineers, environmentalists, operators and various business leaders are employed at the mine and call South Dakota home. Coeur Wharf prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

About the Job:

We are seeking candidates with prior experience in an industrial or mining environment. While this role is often considered entry-level, applicants with demonstrated skills and a proven track record in equipment operation will be given priority.

Haul truck operator personnel are responsible for the performance of the following duties in a safe and productive manner.

Responsibilities:

• Drive a 100 and 150-ton off road haul truck with dump body over gravel haul roads.
• Perform a walk-around inspection at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure the truck is in a safe and proper running condition
• Dump material in designated areas, such as dumps and the crusher hopper in a fashion to increase production and safety
• Remove debris from haul road if necessary, to maintain maximum tire life
• Clean the truck as needed for services and operations
• Fuel the truck as required and at the end of each shift
• Assist crusher operator in extraction of material from crusher if needed
• Assist in general mine labor as assigned

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Physical Requirements

• Work in all conditions and environments, approximately 80% of job is outdoors
• Able to lift 65 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground daily

Workplace Requirements

• Follow all procedures and safety standards to assure safe production
• Work as a team member and communicate openly with others
• Self-directed and able to take leadership role on many projects
• Willing to stop work for safety concerns and always abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures
• 5-5-4 Schedule, alternating shifts.

Additional Information: Willing to work alternating between 5 work days, 5 days off, 4 night shifts, and 5 more days off.

Relocation Support?

No

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.