Heavy Equipment Operator II – CDL Sponsorship

U.S. Silica; Lovelock (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to excavate and move diatomaceous earth, dirt, rock, sand, and other materials at our Lovelock, NV site. This on-site role requires safe operation of heavy equipment and adherence to company safety policies.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, meeting productivity targets and maintaining equipment, with opportunities for CDL sponsorship and career growth within our mining operations.

Qualifications

• Sponsorship offered for mine heavy equipment operator to obtain CDL.
• Preferred Nevada Class I CDL with Doubles and Tankers endorsements; DOT medical card current.
• Demonstrates information gathering with alternate solutions when necessary.
• CDL experience preferred.
• Ability to work with autonomy and maintain a strong safety record.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and move stockpiles safely and efficiently.
• Move material into trucks, conveyors, or stockpiles as required.
• Follow traffic rules on and off site; maintain radio contact with supervisor.
• Meet productivity standards and adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Inspect equipment, tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water; report issues.
• Perform basic emergency roadside repairs as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Autonomy

Attention to detail

English communication

Reliability

Adaptability

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL experience

Job description

U.S. Silica is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to excavate and move diatomaceous earth, dirt, rock, sand, and other materials at our Lovelock, NV site. This on-site role requires safe operation of heavy equipment and adherence to company safety policies.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, meeting productivity targets and maintaining equipment, with opportunities for CDL sponsorship and career growth within our mining operations.