Multi-Skilled Equipment Operator
About The Position
This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various types of heavy equipment in a crushed stone or sand and gravel quarry environment. The Multi-Skilled Equipment Operator operates loaders, excavators, haul trucks, and other equipment as needed to support quarry operations and achieve production goals. The role also involves equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks, moving materials, maintaining haul roads and work areas, assisting with stockpile management and plant feeding, and working with maintenance teams on repairs and preventive maintenance.
Requirements
- Less than two years of experience operating heavy equipment in a quarry or similar environment.
- Proven experience operating various types of heavy equipment.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols and MSHA regulations.
- Ability to operate heavy machinery safely and efficiently in challenging terrain.
- Good communication and teamwork skills, including coordination with other operators, dispatch/scale house, and ground personnel.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions.
- Physical ability to climb ladders, sit for extended periods, and withstand vibrations.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshoot minor issues.
- Ability to recognize equipment malfunctions and report them to the maintenance team.
- Ability to identify and address work-related problems and adapt to unexpected challenges.
- Ability to maintain situational awareness and follow safety and environmental requirements.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Trade school diploma or certificate in equipment operation is highly desired.
- Proficiency operating large loaders, including accurately maneuvering, loading, dumping, transporting materials, and handling attachments.
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently operate front-end loaders, excavators, haul trucks, dozers, graders, and other equipment as needed.
- Maintain precise equipment control while adapting to varying terrain and weather conditions.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and report maintenance needs or safety concerns.
- Load and unload raw materials, finished products, and waste materials.
- Excavate and move earth, rock, and other materials in support of quarry operations.
- Maintain haul roads and work areas to support safe and efficient traffic flow.
- Assist with stockpile management, plant feeding, and general site maintenance.
- Perform basic maintenance checks on equipment operated.
- Collaborate with maintenance teams on repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Follow safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, comply with quarry traffic rules, and report safety concerns, incidents, or equipment malfunctions promptly.
- Follow environmental regulations concerning dust control, spill prevention, and responsible equipment operation.
- Optimize equipment utilization and minimize downtime to support productivity.
- Coordinate with other team members to maintain material flow and complete tasks.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, materials moved, and tasks completed, and complete required paperwork or electronic documentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
