Mining Excavator Operator — Precision & Safety

Comunidade Metodista; Kershaw (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Staffing Group is partnering with a mining operation in Kershaw, SC to recruit an Excavator Operator. The role requires operating hydraulic excavators with precision, adhering to safety protocols and supporting production targets within a mining site.

You will handle material movement, trenching, stockpiling, and terrain shaping, while performing routine maintenance and ensuring quality control of materials. Outdoor work in varying weather is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating hydraulic excavators in mining or heavy construction environments is required.
• Proficiency in operating excavators with precision, including attachments and machine functions.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety regulations and best practices.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine maintenance tasks on equipment.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness and depth perception.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic excavators with precision to excavate, load, and transport materials on site.
• Adhere to safety protocols; conduct pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance checks.
• Move, load and unload materials such as overburden, ore, and waste rock; coordinate with team.
• Support mining operations by excavating trenches, stockpiling materials and shaping terrain; meet production deadlines.
• Maintain accuracy in material handling and stockpile separation of different grades.
• Perform routine maintenance: greasing, lubricating, replace worn parts; report issues to maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Hand-eye coordination

Outdoor work

Job description

Turner Staffing Group is partnering with a mining operation in Kershaw, SC to recruit an Excavator Operator. The role requires operating hydraulic excavators with precision, adhering to safety protocols and supporting production targets within a mining site.

You will handle material movement, trenching, stockpiling, and terrain shaping, while performing routine maintenance and ensuring quality control of materials. Outdoor work in varying weather is expected.