Mining Heavy Equipment Operator – GPS & Safety Focus

Sawtooth Mining, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sawtooth Mining, LLC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join a team that prioritizes safety and efficiency in mining operations. The role involves operating multiple heavy machines and performing routine maintenance, startup/shutdown procedures, and compliance with MSHA and environmental standards.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience; two years of heavy equipment operation experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant experience may be substituted.
• Two years of experience operating heavy off-road construction equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earth-moving equipment (dozers, excavators, loaders, mining trucks, scrapers).
• Perform startup/shutdown procedures and daily servicing of equipment.
• Operate within design tolerances aided by instrumentation gauges.
• Follow MSHA laws, safety policies, and environmental regulations.
• Practice defensive driving and safe operation at all times.
• Work with others to maintain traffic plans and coordinate maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

GPS operation

Defensive driving

Safety awareness

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading gauges

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of experience operating heavy off-road construction equipment

Job description

Sawtooth Mining, LLC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join a team that prioritizes safety and efficiency in mining operations. The role involves operating multiple heavy machines and performing routine maintenance, startup/shutdown procedures, and compliance with MSHA and environmental standards.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience; two years of heavy equipment operation experience is preferred.