Heavy Equipment Operator

Demery Resources Company, LLC; Five Forks (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Demery Resources Company, LLC is seeking a Regular employee to operate trucks and heavy mining equipment on site in Pennsylvania. You will start up and shut down equipment, monitor gauges, and ensure compliance with MSHA, company safety policies, and environmental regulations.

A safety‑minded, defensive driving approach is essential. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with vocational training or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and vocational training or equivalent experience.
• Ability to operate trucks/heavy equipment in mining.
• Knowledge of MSHA laws and environmental regulations.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations.
• Practice defensive driving and maintain safety attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks/heavy equipment in mining operations.
• Perform startup and shutdown procedures for equipment.
• Monitor gauges on instrumentation panel and ensure readings are within range.
• Follow MSHA, safety policies, and environmental regulations.
• Keep supervisor informed of any potential problems and maintain safety.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Defensive driving

Safety compliance

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Employee Type: RegularOperate Mining Equipment as assigned by the supervisor

Job Description

Essential duties

• Operate trucks/ heavy equipment in all aspects of mining.
• Perform proper equipment startup and shut down procedures.
• Operate within acceptable range of all gauges on instrumentation panel.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety policies, and state and federal environmental regulations.
• Practice defensive driving and operating at all times.
• Maintain a positive & constructive attitude towards safety, supervision and fellow employees.

Other duties

• Work with other equipment in a safe and organized manner.
• Do utility work and operate utility equipment.
• Assist in maintenance department with routine repairs.
• Keep supervisor informed of any potential problems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Having the knowledge and ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations.
• Ability to recognize adverse conditions and the knowledge to correct them.

Education and Training

High school diploma/GED and vocational training or equivalent experience.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.