Pit Equipment Operator & Stockpile Specialist

Origin Mining Company; Golden Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Mining Company is seeking a Pit Coordinator to safely operate heavy equipment such as dozers and loaders in a mining/aggregate setting. This role supports production by managing stockpiles, loading materials, and performing inspections in a rotating shift environment.

Typical duties include mine plan oversight, QA/QC record keeping, shift reporting, and collaboration with maintenance, supervisors, and other operators to meet production goals while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Experience operating dozers, loaders, or other heavy equipment.
• Ability to operate equipment safely in varying terrain and weather.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to identify equipment issues.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, rotating shifts, or holidays.
• May be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mine plan execution and oversight nights/weekends
• Drill QAQC record keeping
• Shift Summary and reporting
• Operate dozers, front-end loaders, and other heavy equipment safely
• Build, maintain, and manage stockpiles of raw materials, aggregate, ore, or other production materials
• Load haul trucks, hoppers, conveyors, or processing equipment
• Monitor stockpile conditions and material blending to ensure product consistency and operational efficiency
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections
• Report mechanical issues promptly
• Conduct routine housekeeping to maintain a safe environment
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations
• Maintain awareness of surrounding equipment, personnel, and traffic patterns
• Assist with general plant, yard, or site operations as needed
• Complete required production logs, inspection forms, and operational reports accurately
• Work effectively with supervisors, crusher control, maintenance personnel, and other operators to support operational goals
• Highwall assessment and load quality

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Independent work

Overtime/rotating shifts

Weather/terrain adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Origin Mining Company is seeking a Pit Coordinator to safely operate heavy equipment such as dozers and loaders in a mining/aggregate setting. This role supports production by managing stockpiles, loading materials, and performing inspections in a rotating shift environment.

Typical duties include mine plan oversight, QA/QC record keeping, shift reporting, and collaboration with maintenance, supervisors, and other operators to meet production goals while maintaining safety standards.