Equipment Operator - Mining

Ledcor; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) matching

Daily Living Out Allowance (LOA)

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking Equipment Operators for mining teams located in Idaho and Nevada. Candidates will operate heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, and haul trucks while ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

The ideal applicants will have experience in mining or construction environments and must possess a valid MSHA Part 48 certification. Ledcor offers steady work with health benefits and a 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in mining or construction environments is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate various heavy equipment such as dozers and excavators.
• Support loading and dumping operations efficiently.
• Maintain equipment and report any issues.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Operating dozers

Operating loaders

Operating excavators

Operating haul trucks

Operating water trucks

Utility equipment operation

Independent work

Education

Valid MSHA Part 48 certification

Job description

Job Overview

Run the gear. Move material. Get the job done right. Ledcor is hiring Equipment Operators for our mining teams in Nevada and Idaho. If you can run multiple pieces of equipment and take pride in safe, efficient work, this is your chance to join a solid crew and build a long‑term career.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment including dozers, loaders, excavators, haul trucks, water trucks, and support/utility equipment.
• Support loading, hauling, and dumping operations to keep production moving.
• Safely build and maintain pioneer and access roads in rough terrain.
• Load trucks efficiently and set up dumps to optimize cycle times.
• Complete pre‑trip inspections and daily Field Level Hazard Assessments.
• Maintain equipment and report any maintenance or repair needs.
• Communicate clearly with team members across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating dozers, loaders, excavators, graders, haul trucks, water trucks, and utility equipment preferred.
• Experience in mining, heavy civil, or construction environments is an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid MSHA Part 48 (surface, metal/non‑metal) required.
• Must pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.

Work Conditions

• Rotating shifts, 10–12 hour per day.
• Overtime paid after 40 hours.
• Steady, site‑based work with long‑term opportunities.
• Daily Living Out Allowance (LOA) if applicable.
• Health and wellness benefits, plus 401(k) matching.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.

Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

E‑Verify

Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.