Heavy Equipment Operator

Sawtooth Mining, LLC; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sawtooth Mining, LLC is seeking experienced heavy equipment operators to join a safety-first, team-oriented mining operation in Nevada. You will operate dozers, excavators, loaders, mining trucks, scrapers and more, performing startup, shutdown, and routine servicing of equipment.

The role requires adherence to MSHA regulations, defensive driving, and the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; relevant experience may be substituted.
• Two years of experience operating heavy off-road construction equipment is a plus.
• Must pass safety and MSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earth-moving equipment in mining operations.
• Perform startup/shutdown procedures and routine servicing of equipment.
• Operate within design tolerances using gauges and indicators.
• Follow MSHA laws, company safety policies, and environmental regulations.
• Practice defensive driving and safe operation at all times.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS operation

Safety compliance

Defensive driving

Maintenance knowledge

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS units

Job description

Employee Type: RegularJob Summary:

We are seeking heavy equipment operators to work in a team-oriented, safety-first environment.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operate heavy earth-moving equipment, such as dozers, excavators, loaders, mining trucks, scrapers and more in all aspects of mining.

• Perform proper equipment startup and shutdown procedures along with daily servicing of equipment.

• Operate within the acceptable range of design capabilities of the equipment, aided by instrumentation gauges and indicators.

• Perform all job duties in accordance with MSHA laws and regulations, established company safety policies and state and federal environmental regulations in a safe and efficient manner consistent with North American Mining standards.

• Practice defensive driving and equipment operation at all times.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Work with other equipment operators in a safe and organized manner and within established traffic plans.

• Assist in water management, construction, labor, and maintenance activities as necessary.

• Perform utility work and operate utility equipment.

• Assist the maintenance department with routine repairs.

• Keep the supervisor informed of any potential problems.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Possess basic mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment to assess condition and prevent damage.

• Operate equipment properly within tolerances.

• Assist with preventive maintenance and servicing as needed.

• Ability to work with GPS units in the equipment.

• Knowledge and ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations.

• Ability to recognize unsafe and adverse conditions and the knowledge to correct or report them.

• Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts up to 12 hours per shift, including night shifts and weekends.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• High school diploma or GED. Relevant experience may be substituted.

• Two years of experience operating heavy off-road construction equipment is a plus.

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:

• Intermittently: lifting and carrying 50 lbs. (tools and supplies); pushing 50 lbs. (making mechanical repairs).

• Occasionally (0 - 1/3 of workday): standing and walking (maintenance and cleaning); pulling 50 lbs. (making mechanical repairs); climbing and balancing (on and off equipment, light plants); stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling (inspection and repairs); reaching (equipment operation).

• Frequently (1/3 - 2/3 of workday): finger repetitive motion (controls, computer); speaking (communications, radio); color vision (identification of strata).

• Continually (2/3 - 3/3 of workday): depth perception and sitting (equipment operation); handling (controls); hearing (equipment problem detection, radio, hazard recognition); seeing (equipment operation, hazard recognition).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must work rotating shifts, with some work being performed outside in all weather conditions with frequent exposure to disagreeable elements and hazards including heights.

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.