Haul Truck Operator

Rio Tinto • Salt Lake City, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Rio Tinto is hiring Haul Truck Operators for its Surface Mining Operations team at Kennecott Utah Copper, a fully integrated copper mining operation just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. Operators move ore and waste across the open pit using large haul trucks, supporting safe and consistent production. The work takes place in a structured, high-risk environment and requires sustained concentration in varying weather conditions. Prior mining experience is not required; site-based training and structured support are provided to help operators build a long-term career, with exposure to modern equipment and opportunities to pursue other operational roles.

This is permanent, full-time employment on a rotating 12-hour day-and-night roster supporting 24/7 production. The role reports to the Supervisor – Surface Mine Operations and involves close coordination with dispatch, shovel operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Rio Tinto describes its workplace as safety-driven, diverse, and inclusive, and states that hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
• Valid US Driver’s License.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts.
• Positive, respectful, and inclusive attitude.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in heavy machinery, farming, transport, or other shift-based roles is advantageous but not required.
• Prior haul truck or heavy equipment experience is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate haul trucks in accordance with site procedures and production requirements.
• Participate in and promote the “Keep Each Other Safe” safety culture.
• Follow supervisor instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Work closely with dispatch, shovel operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams.
• Conduct pre-start checks and identify hazards or equipment issues.
• Follow radio protocols, haul road rules, and fatigue-management requirements.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, situational awareness, and consistent production.
• Transport ore and waste between loading areas, dumps, stockpiles, and crushers.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary reflective of skills and experience, with an annual incentive bonus.
• Family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and voluntary benefits.
• Retirement plan with up to 6% defined company contribution and a 401(k) matching program.
• Share ownership plan.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• Parental leave policy.
• Leisure discount programs.
• Virgin Pulse wellbeing incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential counselling or expert guidance for employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed