Heavy Equipment Operator – Mining & Reclamation (Travel)

Walsh-Reclamation-Inc; Wendover (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Per Diem for remote/travel assignments

Job summary

Walsh Reclamation is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for projects across Nevada. Based from Elko, NV, the role requires operating excavators, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, skid steers, and loaders on active jobsites.

You will perform daily inspections, basic maintenance, and coordinate safely with the crew while upholding site safety procedures. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on experience, with travel to remote Nevada job sites required.

Qualifications

• MSHA certification or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Ability to navigate mountain terrain without GPS or survey guide.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, skid steers, and loaders on jobsites to excavate, grade and move earth and materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance (fueling, greasing) and report issues.
• Coordinate safely with ground crew and other operators, follow all site safety procedures, and keep equipment clean and in good working order.

Skills

MSHA certification

Terrain navigation

Teamwork

Mining experience

Driver's license

Job description

Walsh Reclamation is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for projects across Nevada. Based from Elko, NV, the role requires operating excavators, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, skid steers, and loaders on active jobsites.

You will perform daily inspections, basic maintenance, and coordinate safely with the crew while upholding site safety procedures. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on experience, with travel to remote Nevada job sites required.