Mining Equipment Operator

Oil Dri•Blue Mountain, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator utilizes a variety of heavy equipment including scrapers, dozers, excavators, mine haul trucks and backhoes to mine and transport clay. This role involves operating heavy machinery safely, recording material quantities and operational hours, performing routine maintenance and lubrication, and maintaining a clean work area. The operator will mine raw material, count and record material removed, and service various equipment. The position requires the ability to work independently with limited supervision, act in accordance with company values, and participate in improvement activities. Additional duties may include operating equipment associated with the mine, working with plant maintenance personnel, and demonstrating attention to detail. The role requires physical endurance for operating geared equipment and performing heavy labor, the ability to work on uneven terrain, climb ladders and stairs while carrying tools, lift 50 pounds frequently, and hear radio communications. The operator must be able to function while wearing appropriate PPE in an industrial environment and meet all physical requirements of the position.

Requirements

Must meet Oil-Dri assessment requirements
Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.
Previous experience with heavy duty equipment operation
Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work.
Ability to work in safe manner.
Good communication skills
Physical endurance to withstand operation of geared equipment and to withstand heavy physical labor required.
Ability to walk and work on uneven, rocky or sloped terrain.
Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and inclines while carrying tools.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
Must be able to hear radio communications.
Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.
Must meet all physical requirements of the position

Nice To Haves

Valid Commercial Driver’s License Desired
Maintenance background helpful.

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment such as scrapers, dozers, excavators, mine haul trucks and backhoes in a safe manner.
Records quantity of material mined as well as the hours of operation of the equipment.
Lubricates and provides routine maintenance of equipment.
Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.
Follows all safety rules and regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Mine raw material at Mine, utilizing a variety of heavy equipment.
Count and record amount of raw material removed from mine and transported to various locations.
Service and operate mine equipment (i.e., haul trucks, backhoe, excavator, tractor, bulldozer and road grader).
Services forklifts, line truck and heavy-duty equipment.
Tracks and files Daily inspection forms.
Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
Must act in accordance with WE CARE.
Participates in improvement activities.
Other actions as needed to satisfy company goals, process, and procedures and to uphold values inherent to Oil-Dri.
May require valid commercial driver’s license.
Evidence of ability to operate heavy equipment safely.
Ability to read mining maps as necessary.
Receive training, and operate equipment associated with the mine, (i.e., dozers, excavators, water wagon, ore haul trucks, scraper, grader).
Work with Plant Maintenance personnel to learn maintenance skills.