Mine Heavy Equipment Operator — 7/7 Shifts & Growth

marianaminerals; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and relocation assistance

Job summary

Mariana Minerals is seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team and run a range of equipment across active mine areas. You will be responsible for safe operation, inspections, and collaboration with maintenance to minimize downtime while meeting production needs.

We value versatility, reliability, and a strong safety mindset as we work toward autonomous mining capabilities and responsible mineral sourcing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating multiple heavy equipment types (loaders, dozers, graders, excavators, water trucks, drill rigs).
• Experience in mining, quarry, or construction environments preferred.
• MSHA certification or willingness to obtain before start.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate loaders, bulldozers, excavators, graders, water trucks, and blasthole drill rigs.
• Work across all mine areas including pits, dumps, haul roads, and process areas.
• Maintain production while minimizing downtime, fuel use, and wear.
• Perform and document pre-shift and post-shift inspections.
• Support maintenance with troubleshooting and basic servicing.
• Follow MSHA/OSHA safety procedures and report hazards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Machinery troubleshooting

Education

MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 certification

Job description

Mariana Minerals is seeking skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to join our team and run a range of equipment across active mine areas. You will be responsible for safe operation, inspections, and collaboration with maintenance to minimize downtime while meeting production needs.

We value versatility, reliability, and a strong safety mindset as we work toward autonomous mining capabilities and responsible mineral sourcing.