Mine Site Heavy Equipment Operator I

Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay Mine Operator I at the Helvetia, AZ site operates heavy equipment to support exploration drill pads and site projects. This full-time role requires safety-conscious operators who can work up to 12-hour shifts and lift up to 50 lbs.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, 3 years mining experience, 2 years handling heavy machinery for roads/pads, and the ability to gain Caterpillar certifications. MSHA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years’ experience in the Mining industry.
• Two years’ experience operating heavy machinery building roads/ pads /earthwork projects.
• Ability to achieve Caterpillar certification for operating a backhoe, water truck, and tractor.
• Ability to operate Heavy Equipment.
• Ability to work & multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor weather conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Can move over uneven terrain.
• Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift.
• Maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
• Have reliable personal transportation to the site location (transportation at the site will be in company vehicles).
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to support exploration drill pad sites and site projects.
• Understand changes to work areas and any potential hazards.
• May perform minor maintenance activities on equipment.
• Build / Maintain new and existing exploration drill pads throughout site.
• Work on various small earthwork projects around the site.
• Work with the training department to help train new operators.
• Help with various other projects as needed.

Skills

Operate Heavy equipment

Multi-task in fast-paced environment

Strong work ethic

Safety-conscious

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Caterpillar certification

MSHA

Job description

Hudbay Mine Operator I at the Helvetia, AZ site operates heavy equipment to support exploration drill pads and site projects. This full-time role requires safety-conscious operators who can work up to 12-hour shifts and lift up to 50 lbs.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, 3 years mining experience, 2 years handling heavy machinery for roads/pads, and the ability to gain Caterpillar certifications. MSHA certification is preferred.