Laborer

U.S. Silica; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica in Montpelier, VA is seeking a Laborer to support plant operations. The role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and equipment readiness while assisting production and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities include routine cleanup, moving tools and materials, basic maintenance under supervision, and following safety policies with proper PPE. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to work outdoors in all seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0–1 year of experience in industrial or outdoor labor.
• Focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environments.
• Work in outside conditions during all seasons.
• Climb stairs and ladders, and work from elevated platforms.
• Use hand tools such as shovels, hammers, and wrenches.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine plant or yard cleanup (sweeping, shoveling, washing down areas).
• Assist with moving tools, materials, and equipment.
• Support basic maintenance activities under supervision.
• Load or unload bags, pallets, or product containers.
• Follow safety policies and wear required PPE at all times.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment to supervisor.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Outdoor work

Tool use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

MSHA knowledge - Preferred

Computer software - Preferred

Warehouse experience - Preferred

Job description

The Laborer assists with basic labor tasks across the plant or mine site. This role focuses on maintaining cleanliness, safety, and equipment readiness while supporting production and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine plant or yard cleanup (sweeping, shoveling, washing down areas).
• Assist with moving tools, materials, and equipment.
• Support basic maintenance activities under supervision.
• Load or unload bags, pallets, or product containers.
• Follow safety policies and wear required PPE at all times.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment to supervisor.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0-1 year of experience in industrial or outdoor labor.
• High level of safety and quality.
• Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.).
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred.
• Forklift experience - Preferred.
• Computer Software - Preferred.
• Warehouse experience - Preferred.

About Us

U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.

As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.

U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.

As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.

Job Info

• Job Identification 516
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 05/19/2026, 07:29 PM
• Degree Level High School Diploma or GED
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations Route 677, Montpelier, VA, 23192, US (On-site)