Equipment Operator

SSR Mining Inc.; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our open-pit mining team on a 5x4 rotating day and night schedule. You will safely operate heavy equipment and interact with the Modular Dispatch System, while coordinating with other departments to keep the mine productive and safe.

The role requires experience with haul trucks and other heavy equipment, plus the ability to perform simulator and on-site training, maintaining logs and complying with all safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong communication in English is essential.
• Able to lift a minimum of 45lbs regularly.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain and in all grades.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric haul trucks and assist with training on Dozers, Back hoes, Track hoes, Scrapers, Graders, Drills, Loaders and Shovels as listed.
• Maintain professional conduct with coworkers in all situations.
• Be physically capable of completing all tasks.
• Minimize delays whenever possible.
• Keep equipment clean and free of hazards (housekeeping).
• Diagnose operating errors and determine needed tools and parts.
• Monitor gauges and indicators to ensure machines run properly.
• Complete company training on safe operation of haulage equipment (e.g., 930E Komatsu).
• Complete training on hazards recognition and reporting, safety and equipment issues.
• Complete simulator training and meet Marigold's standards within the required timeframe.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality; adhere to attendance/PTO policies.
• Follow all company policies including safety and environmental rules.
• Create and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Maintain detailed shift records.
• Perform area housekeeping and maintain a safe workspace.
• Perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
• Complete pre-operation inspections on all equipment.
• Follow Marigold SOPs and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Lifting 45lbs

Uneven terrain

Job description

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada.

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada.
SSR's commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

Job Description

General Objectives

Reporting to the Crew Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Operator typically works a 5x4 rotating day and night schedule in an open-pit mining operation. The heavy equipment operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment as well as learning and interacting with the Modular Dispatch System in the equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator monitors equipment; communicates equipment needs and issues; interacts with other departments to meet the needs of the mine to achieve a safe and productive workplace.

Key Areas Of Responsibilities & Duties

• Ability to operate electric haul trucks and have experience or willing to train on Dozers (track and rubber tire), Back hoe, Track hoe, Scrapers and Graders, Drills (Pit Viper and DML), and Loaders and Shovels (hydraulic and electric)
• Must be able to work professionally with other employees in all situations
• Must be physically able to complete all tasks associated with the job
• Must demonstrate the ability to minimize delays whenever possible
• Must keep equipment clean and free of hazards (i.e. proper housekeeping)
• Must be able to determine what is causing an operating error and decide what to do about it, determine what kind of tools and equipment are needed to do the job.
• Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete company training program designed to acquaint employee on safe and efficient operation of haulage equipment such as the 930E Komatsu Electric Truck
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete company training program designed to acquaint employee with recognizing and reporting hazards in the work area and mechanical or safety problems with the equipment
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete company training program designed to acquaint the employee on emergency and site procedures (i.e. Mayday, Blasting)
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete simulator training and achieve the required standards to comply with Marigold's equipment training program within the required time frame.
• Must have regular attendance and punctuality, as well as adhere to company policies on attendance and PTO
• Must adhere to all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety and environmental policies.
• Create and maintain a strong safety culture
• Maintain detailed and accurate shift records
• Perform work area housekeeping duties, maintain a safe work area, free of any hazards
• Perform Field Level Risk Assessments
• Complete proper pre-op inspection on all equipment
• Perform all duties according to Marigold Standard Operating Procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Required Skills

• Strong, positive and effective communication skills, in English, using all normal forms of business communication are essential.
• Able to lift a minimum of 45lbs on a regular basis.
• Able to work on uneven terrain, and able to work in all grades

Required Experience

• 2+ years previous heavy equipment operator experience in a mining operations preferred
• Must be comfortable in safely operating all types of equipment in all weather conditions
• Heavy Equipment Operators will begin their career with haul trucks and achieve progressions to support and loading equipment through simulator, task training, and proficiency evaluation.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.