Loader Operator

Operates basic heavy equipment such as loaders, dozers, and excavators safely under supervision.

• Must complete 36 hrs of new miner safety training, First Aid, CPR, and receive refresher course every year
• Must be willing to adhere to safety rules and regulations
• Must be able to pass a drug test and remain drug free
• Must be willing to consent to a background check
• Must be eligible to legally work in the United States
• Must be willing to work as a team Minimum of high school education or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of in similar capacity preferably in mining
• Must be qualified to operate loader Operator will perform pre-operation inspection of equipment at the beginning of the shift and periodically throughout the shift
• Must be knowledgeable of proper use and observe lock-out/tag-out procedures
• Operate loader to maintain the flow of kiln dried material into reclaim hopper
• Maintain equipment by performing regular preventative maintenance checks
• Assist with mill set up, screen changes, and clean up as needed
• Perform material density tests throughout shift
• Keep work area clean throughout the shift
• Monitor reclaim hopper and conveyor
• Discharge material into appropriate silo
• Operate dump truck when needed
• Report any problems to immediate supervisor Additional duties as assigned

• 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
• Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred
• Forklift experience - Preferred
• Computer Software - Preferred
• Warehouse experience - Preferred