Crusher Operator

Northern NV Jobs; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern NV Jobs is seeking a Crusher operator to safely monitor and operate a 3-stage DCS controlled crushing plant. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, cleanup, and supporting equipment operation across the crushing, screening, and wash processes.

The role requires attention to safety, effective communication, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a mining environment. DOE compensation and on-site work in Fallon, NV are common for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in a mining or processing environment.
• Commitment to safety procedures and MSHA regulations.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment.
• Accurate documentation of inspections and production records.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with crew and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment walk-arounds and inspections to identify unsafe conditions and maintain equipment.
• Lubricate, fuel and clean loader, crusher, screen and wash plant; perform screen changes as needed.
• Safely operate loader, skid steers, water trucks, crusher and screening plants.
• Shovel excess material and assist with plant housekeeping.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors in high-stress situations.
• Maintain positive relations with customers and team members.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems related to material quality and equipment operation.
• Wear all required PPE and comply with safety controls (moisture, dust, agglomeration).
• Monitor production and discuss issues with teammates and managers.
• Keep accurate crushing reports and documentation; ensure MSHA and environmental compliance.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Maintenance and repair

Documentation

Team communication

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

DOE