Plant Utility Operator

US Silica • Millen, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Utility Operator performs complex maintenance assistance, material handling, and supporting operational continuity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• High level of safety and quality.
• Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.)
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Must have some knowledge of operating heavy equipment like farm equipment or construction equipment
• Must have mathematical skills and computer skills such as MS Office Excel or Word
• Must have mechanical skills and experience working with hand tools and power tools
• Must possess physical skills to lift 50 lbs. and willing to work in high heat area

Nice To Haves

• Industrial mining experience and MSHA Certification is a plus.
• Forklift experience - Preferred.
• Computer Software - Preferred.
• Warehouse experience - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shovels, sweeps, cleans up grounds, loads and unloads trucks, cleans sand spillage with water hose, broom, hi-vac system, and shovel.
• Niro dryer floor QC including washing and changing hot lances with slurry.
• Washes floors, windows plus bulk bagging, paperwork for trucks, and assisting maintenance when needed.
• Cleans, inspects, refuels, lubricates, and makes operating repairs to mobile equipment and other machinery.
• Operates all mobile equipment like Forklift, Telehandler, Track Skidsteer, and Snorkel lift Additional duties as assigned.
• Works in other job classifications as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED