Equipment Operator

Greenhill Sand; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenhill Sand is seeking a Plant Maintenance Operator to oversee operation and maintenance of the plant in a safe, efficient manner, following PPE and process requirements. This role is safety sensitive and requires 10+ hour shifts, including weekends.

Candidate will perform preventive maintenance, operate site equipment, and support daily plant operations. A High School diploma or GED and 2–3 years of maintenance experience are preferred, with MSHA training advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 18+ years old.
• 2–3 years plant maintenance experience preferred.
• MSHA training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow MSHA regulations and company policies for safe procedures.
• Maintain safe work environment for self and coworkers.
• Grease, perform oil changes and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Report major maintenance problems to Superintendent.
• Repair and replace conveyor belts when needed.
• Change plant screens when needed.
• Maintain plant site with skid steer, shovel, and wash down with a hose.
• Operate small power tools and a water truck for dust control.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Math skills

Repairing/troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Communicatio n

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MSHA Miner Training

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role is responsible for operation and maintenance of the plant. The incumbent will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. This role is classified as safety sensitive.

ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE

• Properly follow all company policies and MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers.
• Greases, performs oil changes and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Report all major maintenance problems to Superintendent.
• Repair and replace conveyor belts when needed.
• Change plant screens when needed.
• Maintain plant site and plant with skid steer, shovel, and wash down with hose.
• Operate small power tools.
• Operate water truck for dust control of roads.
• Operate front end loader to feed the plant and load trucks when needed.
• Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of plant is completed.
• Regular attendance is required.
• 10+ hour days and weekends are common.
• Other duties may be assigned.

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES

• Work Standards
• Continuous Improvement
• Initiating Action
• Adaptability
• Contributing to Team Success
• Managing Work (Time Management)
• Communication

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School or Degree or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• 2-3 years of experience in plant maintenance preferred
• MSHA Miner Training preferred

CERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools
• Mathematics
• Repairing and troubleshooting
• Equipment maintenance
• Control precision
• Manual dexterity
• Extent flexibility
• Finger dexterity
• Near vision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively verbally communicate
• Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk, climb ladders, reach, grasp, push/pull, twist and lift heavy objects (50 lbs.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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