Quarry Operator

Amrize • Alpena, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Quarry operators are given primary responsibility of performing all quarry tasks that require the use of heavy mobile equipment. This role is responsible for ensuring work is completed in a safe, efficient and timely manner and in compliance with environmental requirements.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Previous surface mining experience preferred but not required
• Working proficiency with computers
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills are required (English)
• Familiarity with haul trucks, loaders, and various mine equipment
• Ability to work independently, self-starter, yet able to participate within a team environment
• Ability to operate equipment effectively
• Good communication skills
• Strong ability to work self-directed
• Flexible, able to adjust to changing priorities and propose improvement actions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be required to walk on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, confined space, outside weather conditions, low lighting, artificial lighting and explosives. The employee is regularly exposed to we and/or humid conditions, proximity to electrical equipment, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical/drug/alcohol test.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

Nice To Haves

• Associates/Technical Degree

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by PRODUCTION
• Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times
• Actively support key safety initiatives at the facility and assist as needed to improve EHS
• Ensure all work areas and equipment are clean, tidy and organized at all times
• Trains and coaches other employees when needed
• Utilizes mobile equipment including, but not limited to: Haul truck up to and including 100 ton, Excavator, Grader, Track dozer, Blast hole driller, Front end loader (962G, 980, 988,IT28, 992G 992)
• Other duties as assigned on various shifts/schedules
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhereing to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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