SAND CRUSHING LINE OPERATOR ( NIGHT SHIFT)

Sand Crushing Line Operator (Night Shift)

Location: Clayton, Iowa Wage: $20.50 - $23.50/hour, based on experience Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour for night shifts

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Position Summary

Pattison Company is seeking a Sand Crushing Line Operator to join our team in Clayton, Iowa. This position plays a key role in the sand production process, ensuring that the sand crushing line operates safely, efficiently, and meets quality and production targets.

Operators will be responsible for equipment operation, general maintenance, and inspections of the sand crushing line. They must comply with company, local, state, and federal safety regulations while working collaboratively with other departments to schedule repairs, screen changes, and production needs.

This is an excellent career opportunity to join a dedicated team at a growing company that offers competitive wages, full benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities

- Maintain a clean and safe work environment on the sand crushing line

- Ensure all safety features and guards are in place and fully operational

- Monitor and maintain the grizzly and jaw crusher

- Inspect, maintain, and repair belts, conveyors, screens, and wear items on the HSI, VSI, and wet screen

- Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of feed bins, belts, and conveyors

- Operate heavy equipment including skid loaders, front-end loaders, mud buckets, excavators, and bulldozers

- Perform general laborer duties as required

Qualifications & Requirements

- Ability to work in varying weather conditions on uneven, sandy, and rocky surfaces

- Must be able to:

- Stand for 6-12 hours and perform physical tasks such as bending and stooping

- Work up to 12-hour shifts

- Climb on and off equipment and ladders

- Work at heights in physically demanding conditions

- Wear a half-mask respirator for extended periods

- Lift 60 pounds without mechanical assistance

- Use a computer proficiently and enter data accurately

- Strong work ethic, ability to work independently, and commitment to workplace safety

Education & Experience

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

- Prior heavy equipment operating experience preferred

- Mining experience preferred

Certifications & Licenses

- MSHA Part 48 certification required (training available on-site)

- Valid driver’s license required for all Pattison Company employees unless deemed non-essential to the position by HR.

Compensation & Benefits

Pattison Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

- Paid time off (160 hours in the first year)

- Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance

- Company-sponsored short-term disability & life insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- Training and career advancement opportunities

Additional Information

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes including a pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug test as permitted or required by applicable law.

Pattison Company, LLC, is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with the ADA and applicable state law, including the Iowa Civil Rights Act. For additional assistance call (563)964-2640 and ask for Human Resources.