Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2

Sibanye Stillwater • Big Timber, MT

96d • $32 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating underground backfill plants and high-pressure slurry pumping systems. The operator will monitor slurry silo filling, coordinate intake and output, and draw density samples to record data related to backfill operations. Responsibilities also include performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining operational records on a shift-by-shift basis. The company may assign other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Stationary equipment operations and maintenance background.
• Piping and valve installation/maintenance.
• Monitor slurry silo filling and maintain both sand plants.
• Monitor and maintain sand pours.
• Communication skills-written and verbal.
• Perform backfill audits.
• Technical and mechanical aptitude.
• Authorized to handle explosives per the Safe Explosives Act and be familiar with their use.
• Must meet the Task Matrix Proficiency Levels for a Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 (See Task Matrix).
• Must meet the Physical Requirements for the Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 (see Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in the HR Office).
• Understanding of and strong commitment to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Mobile equipment experience.
• Previous sand plant experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates underground backfill plants.
• Operates high-pressure slurry pumping systems.
• Monitors the slurry silo filling. Coordinates intake and output from silos.
• Monitors the slurry intake and output to the Geho back fill pumps at the sand plants as required.
• Draw density samples and record pertinent data related to back fill operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot breakdowns.
• Maintain operational records on a shift-by-shift basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time at the discretion of the company.

What This Job Offers

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