Crusher Operator

Northern NV Jobs; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern NV Jobs in Fallon, NV seeks a Crusher Operator to safely monitor and operate a 3-stage DCS controlled crushing plant, perform general maintenance, and support equipment. This role requires efficient, detail-oriented work and strong safety practices on site.

You will lead daily inspections, operate multiple pieces of heavy machinery, troubleshoot issues, and maintain documentation while ensuring regulatory compliance and teamwork in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating crushing and screening equipment
• Adequate safety training and adherence to MSHA regulations
• Ability to communicate clearly and work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate a 3-stage DCS controlled crushing plant and perform general maintenance
• Conduct daily inspections and maintain equipment, including lubrication and cleaning
• Operate loader, skid steers, water trucks, crusher and screening plants safely
• Shovel material away from crushers and screening areas as needed
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors in high-stress situations
• Maintain positive customer relations and be a team player
• Troubleshoot material quality and equipment issues; solve problems efficiently
• Wear all required PPE and comply with moisture, dust and agglomeration controls
• Record crushing reports and other required documentation accurately
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, safety and environmental regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

DCS crushing plant

Loader and screening equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Crusher operator will safely monitor and operate a 3-stage DCS controlled crushing plant, perform general maintenance, cleanup and repair activities, and will operate crushing, screening plant and support equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and will keep equipment properly maintained.
• Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on loader, crusher, screen and /or wash plant to include screen changes and routine maintenance.
• Safely and properly operate loader, skid steers, water trucks, crusher, and screening plants
• Shovel excess material away from crusher and screening plant unit as necessary
• Communicate effectively (verbal and in writing) and be able to work with difficult people in high stress situations
• Must be self-motivated, a team player with good interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive/courteous customer relations
• Troubleshoot and problem solve in areas such as material quality, equipment operation, repairs, etc.
• Properly wear cartridge half mask respirator for hours at a time as well as all other required PPE
• Ensure that all controls are met. Such as moisture, dust and agglomeration
• Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors
• Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines; must be highly organized with attention to detail
• Accurately complete crushing reports and other documentation as required
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, safety and environmental regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Work Conditions

• Ability to work rotating day/night shifts
• Ability to work overtime may be required
• Ability to work outside in all weather extremes
• Willingness to assist elsewhere on the mine site when needed such as the mining crew, leach crew, etc
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing this work (safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, respirator, etc as needed)
• Valid Driver's License

Compensation

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