Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Pay: Competitive pay based on experience
Benefits: Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Life Insurance, 401(k) Matching, Paid Vacation, Holiday Pay, Tiered Fuel Assistance, Employee Referral Bonus, Annual Bonus, and opportunities for Merit Increases.
Location: 920 S. County Road 313 La Sal, Utah 8450
Department: Mine Operations
Reporting to: Mine Shift Supervisor/Mine Operations Superintendent
DESCRIPTION:
Operate heavy, motorized equipment in a safe and efficient manner
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the functions listed below:
•Operate heavy, motorized equipment used in earth moving operations, including, but not limited to dozers, loaders, backhoes, blades, trackhoes, and other equipment to support a variety of operations at Lisbon Valley Mining Company.
•Gather and load dirt and waste products from specific areas onto trucks. Transport to the appropriate location.
•Operate water truck and similar equipment for dust control and dirt compaction.
•Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
•Maintain accurate logs and records.
•Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
•Properly perform pre-shift inspection of equipment and report any discovered faults or damages (i.e., tire inspections, lights, fluid levels, etc.).
•Complete and maintain all associated paperwork including pre-shift inspection sheets, timecards with proper load counts, etc.
•Demonstrate safe and proper operation of the equipment under all working conditions for maneuvering in loading & dumping areas, smooth transitioning with the loader including blind side transitioning, maintaining proper speeds for working conditions through the use of the retarder and proper gear selection.
•Maintain the ability to recognize hazards and avoid or correct as appropriate.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:
•Will be expected to know and practice applicable safety and environmental regulations for federal, state, local, and company areas.
•Will be expected to possess a valid driver’s license.
•Basic written and verbal communication skills.
•All employees will be expected to perform manual labor on an as-needed basis.
•Shall comply with all company policies and procedures.
•Must be able to pass drug screening and background check.
WORK CRITERIA/CONDITIONS:
•Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities such as: heavy lifting and climbing; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; work in confined spaces; work at heights; work around heavy construction/mining equipment.
•Must be able to sit and drive a truck for long periods of time.
•Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist, climb while carrying up to 50 pounds for an extended period of time.
•Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.
•Will be exposed to sulphuric acid, fumes, dust, diesel, gas, oil, solvents, and other hazardous materials.
•Must be able to work extended hours, overtime and be available for on-call status.
•Operates on a 7 days on 7 days off schedule. 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person