Heavy Equipment Mining Operator

WME Express; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

WME Express in Sunol, California seeks a Heavy Machinery Operator to operate large mining trucks and related equipment on a full-time, onsite contract basis. The role pays $45 per hour and requires DOT-compliant checks.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, pre-trip and post-trip reports, and coordinating with engineers to improve equipment. Travel is limited and safety rules must be followed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience driving and backing large mining trucks.
• Clean driving record.
• Must pass background check and road test.
• Must pass DOT drug test and physical.
• CDL Class A preferred but NOT required.
• Able to work long shifts and follow safety rules.
• Willing to travel occasionally (approximately 5%).

Responsibilities

• Operate large mining trucks (20–40 tons).
• Drive articulated haul trucks, excavators, and bulldozers.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip reports.
• Report mechanical or safety problems.
• Assist with testing new vehicle technology.
• Work with engineers to improve equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

HEAVY MACHINERY OPERATOR — $45 PER HOUR Plus Benefits needed for Sunol California

Location: Sunol, CA

Pay: $45 Per Hour

Schedule: Full-Time Call 269-408-6738 7 AM to 7 PM Daily

Job Type: Onsite / Contract

JOB DUTIES:

• Operate large mining trucks (20–40 tons).


• Drive articulated haul trucks, excavators, and bulldozers.


• Perform daily equipment inspections.


• Complete pre-trip and post-trip reports.


• Report mechanical or safety problems.


• Assist with testing new vehicle technology.


• Work with engineers to improve equipment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of heavy equipment operating experience.


• Experience driving and backing large mining trucks.


• Clean driving record.


• Must pass background check and road test.


• Must pass DOT drug test and physical.


• CDL Class A preferred but NOT required.


• Able to work long shifts and follow safety rules.


• Willing to travel occasionally (approximately 5%).

GREAT FIT FOR:

• Mining Equipment Operators


• Articulated Dump Truck Drivers


• Heavy Haul Truck Operators


• Excavator Operators


• Bulldozer Operators


• Construction Equipment Operators