Lead Heavy Equipment Operator — Mine & Road Builder

Martin Marietta Materials; Gabbs (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company matching

Pension Salary Continuation

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Options

Employee Life Insurance

Job summary

Martin Marietta, a leading heavy building materials company, is seeking experienced surface mining equipment operators. You will run dozers, graders, loaders, and hauling vehicles to support production while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The role requires 7+ years of experience, strong grading and drainage knowledge, and the ability to lead during supervision gaps. A reliable safety record and flexibility for shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of surface mining heavy equipment experience.
• Reading grade stakes, site plans, and GPS machine control systems.
• MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 Surface Certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of grade control, slope management, and drainage principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including dozers, motor graders, front-end loaders, and haul/water trucks.
• Cut and maintain haul roads to proper grade and slope specifications.
• Perform precision finish blade work for roads, pads, and drainage systems.
• Build and maintain safe access roads, ramps, and working benches.
• Shape slopes and manage water flow to prevent erosion and maintain road integrity.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-operation equipment inspections.
• Identify and report mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Follow mine plans, grade stakes, GPS systems, and supervisor direction.
• Maintain production efficiency while minimizing equipment wear.
• Train and mentor junior operators in safe and efficient techniques.
• Adhere to MSHA and company safety standards.
• Provide operational leadership and field coordination when managers are unavailable.

Skills

Advanced machine control

Precision grading

Leadership

Mentorship

Independent work

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS machine control

Job description

Martin Marietta, a leading heavy building materials company, is seeking experienced surface mining equipment operators. You will run dozers, graders, loaders, and hauling vehicles to support production while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The role requires 7+ years of experience, strong grading and drainage knowledge, and the ability to lead during supervision gaps. A reliable safety record and flexibility for shifts are essential.