Crusher Operator

Fisher Industries•Spearfish, SD

About The Position

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses providing heavy civil construction and aggregate products throughout the United States. The Crusher Operator safely operates crushing and conveying plants—including primary, secondary, and tertiary plants—and performs limited maintenance and general labor duties. The role supports the maintenance department with mechanical issues, including work on cone, gyratory, and jaw crushers and conveyor belt structures. The operator also performs cleanup, repairs, service work, groundskeeping, and operates support equipment. Assignments may come from the General Supervisor, Superintendent, or Process Manager. Experience operating loaders, dozers, and excavators is helpful. Travel is required.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
CDL required.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work.
Acceptable motor vehicle record under Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy.
S.H.A. certificate, part 46 or 48, or willingness to obtain certification; the company will pay for certification.
Basic knowledge of welding and use of a cutting torch.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test; the workplace also requires random drug testing.
Ability to complete work tasks in adverse weather, including heat above 100 degrees, cold, rain, and snow.
Ability to operate equipment in adverse weather and on steep, rough terrain.
Ability to repeatedly walk up and down steep, rough terrain while carrying construction materials.
Punctuality.
Ability and willingness to learn and work as a team player.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Willingness to travel.

Nice To Haves

Background operating other heavy equipment, including loaders, dozers, and excavators.

Responsibilities

Assist the crew leader/operator with crusher operation, monitor surroundings for potential problems, and promptly report issues.
Work cautiously to promote a safe environment at and around crusher sites; remain alert to hazards and follow MSHA and operating rules and regulations.
Comply with company safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Assist with setting up and tearing down plants.
Perform general maintenance, inspections, repairs, and servicing of equipment and plants as required or directed.
Grease machinery weekly.
Clean debris from conveyor belts and around machinery.
Use a shovel to move material as needed.
Operate equipment and load materials when necessary.
Perform pre-shift equipment inspections before startup.
Perform general labor, equipment service work, and groundskeeping at the operation.
Perform other assigned duties and assist other craft workers.