Equipment Operator

American Gypsum Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

American Gypsum Co. in Kentucky is seeking an Equipment Operator to stack mined rock for loading onto haul trucks and to operate multiple mobile machines safely during 10-hour shifts. Starting pay ranges from $22.52 to $23.02 hourly, with overtime required and a full-time schedule Monday through Friday, with possible Saturdays.

The role reports to the Quarry Superintendent and includes inspections, housekeeping, and supporting other crew members as needed on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must know how to use a tape measure.
• Ability to work safely in a mine environment.

Responsibilities

• Stack mined rock in piles for contractors to load onto haul trucks.
• Safely and efficiently fulfill tasks as directed by the Quarry Superintendent.
• Assist fellow operators when needed and perform visual quality inspections.
• Maintain daily housekeeping of the assigned area.
• Report issues promptly to the Quarry Superintendent.
• Perform tasks such as pumping rainwater, constructing roadways, berms, and support as required.

Skills

Independent work

Safety-conscious

Time management

Education

High School or better

Tools

Dozers

Haul trucks

Front End loaders

Excavators

Motor Grader

Wirtgen Mills

Water Trucks

Job description

Work Schedule: 10-hour shifts; Overtime is required. Monday through Friday 6:00 am to 4:00 pm. Subject to possible Saturday Shifts.

Starting Pay: $22.52 to $23.02 hourly

Full or Part Time: Full-time only

Reports to: Quarry Superintendent

Job Summary:

• The primary responsibility of the Equipment Operator is to stack mined rock in piles for contractor to load on haul trucks.
  • safely and efficiently fulfilling the assigned tasks given by the Quarry Superintendent.
  • assisting fellow operators when needed.
  • performing visual quality inspections.
  • Performing general housekeeping of your assigned area daily.
  • reporting any and all issues to the Quarry Superintendent promptly.
• Position may also perform other tasks as required such as pumping rainwater from low lying areas, constructing roadways, building berms and assisting other employees as needed.
• Safety and awareness should always be part of the daily operation to ensure a safe workplace for all mine employees.

Position Requirements:

• Able to work in a remote or centralized area.
• MUST be able to operate all types of mobile equipment such as Dozers, Haul trucks, Front End loaders, Excavators, Motor Grader, Wirtgen Mills and Water Trucks in a safe manner.
• Able to handle light to medium physical demands.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to spend majority of time seated.
• Able to perform basic math and understand slopes and grade angles.
• Able to read information and accurately fill in forms.
• Perform pre-shift inspection on all mobile equipment.
• Ability to learn and practice good housekeeping principles.
• Must know how to use a tape measure.
• Ability to work in a safe manner in all conditions and circumstances.

Safety:

• Operate equipment in a safe manner following all departmental safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in daily crew safety meetings.
• Understanding of how and where to properly lock-out all job-related equipment.
• Understanding of safe operation for all equipment.
• Understanding of mobile equipment pre-shift safety inspection.
• Wear appropriate PPE for the job conditions.
• Maintain housekeeping in all designated areas.
• Understanding of JSA’s for the area.

Work Experience and Education Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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