Heavy Equipment Operator – Aggregates (OT Eligible)

Chaney Enterprises; Stony Creek (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chaney Enterprises in Stony Creek, VA seeks an Equipment Operator — Aggregates to support mining and aggregate production. You will operate excavators, backhoes, dozers, and other approved machinery, feed conveyors, rack stockpiles, and perform daily inspections.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced outdoor environment. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in mining, quarry, construction, or aggregate production.
• Ability to read/interpret site plans for material placement and equipment operation.
• Strong verbal communication with supervisors and team members.
• Basic computer skills; ability to use mobile devices and company software.
• Ability to complete daily inspection reports and regulatory/incident documentation.
• Commitment to safety, PPE usage, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operates excavators, backhoes, dozers and other equipment to move and load materials.
• Feeds conveyors and loads trucks/railcars per production schedules.
• Maintains organized stockpiles of material types; follows site plans.
• Monitors inventory, notifies supervisor of shortages.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; reports defects or hazards.
• Ensures safety procedures and incident reporting are followed; uses PPE.
• Keeps equipment and site clean and orderly; communicates material flow priorities.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Site plans reading

Clear communication

Basic computing

Daily inspections

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Chaney Enterprises in Stony Creek, VA seeks an Equipment Operator — Aggregates to support mining and aggregate production. You will operate excavators, backhoes, dozers, and other approved machinery, feed conveyors, rack stockpiles, and perform daily inspections.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced outdoor environment. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position with overtime as needed.