Plant Utility Operator

U.S. Silica; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica is seeking a Plant Utility Operator to support complex maintenance, material handling, and operational continuity at our facility. You will assist with spares, daily housekeeping, and equipment readiness to keep the plant running smoothly.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, safety-first mindset, and the ability to work in varying outdoor conditions. Forklift experience and MS Office skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Industrial mining experience and MSHA certification a plus.
• Strong focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced outdoor conditions, in all seasons.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work in high heat areas.

Responsibilities

• Shovels, sweeps, cleans grounds and loads/unloads trucks.
• Cleans sand spillage with water hose, broom, hi-vac system.
• Niro dryer floor QC including washing and changing hot lances with slurry.
• Washes floors and windows, handles bulk bagging, paperwork for trucks, and assists maintenance.
• Cleans, inspects, refuels, lubricates, and maintains mobile equipment.
• Operates mobile equipment (Forklift, Telehandler, Track Skidsteer, Snorkel lift).
• Works in other job classifications as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Maintenance assistance

Material handling

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Excel

Job description

The Plant Utility Operator performs complex maintenance assistance, material handling, and supporting operational continuity.

Responsibilities

• Shovels, sweeps, cleans up grounds, loads and unloads trucks, cleans sand spillage with water hose, broom, hi-vac system, and shovel.
• Niro dryer floor QC including washing and changing hot lances with slurry.
• Washes floors, windows plus bulk bagging, paperwork for trucks, and assisting maintenance when needed.
• Cleans, inspects, refuels, lubricates, and makes operating repairs to mobile equipment and other machinery.
• Operates all mobile equipment like Forklift, Telehandler, Track Skidsteer, and Snorkel lift Additional duties as assigned.
• Works in other job classifications as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Industrial mining experience and MSHA Certification is a plus.
• High level of safety and quality.
• Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.)
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Forklift experience - Preferred.
• Computer Software - Preferred.
• Warehouse experience - Preferred.
• Must have some knowledge of operating heavy equipment like farm equipment or construction equipment
• Must have mathematical skills and computer skills such as MS Office Excel or Word
• Must have mechanical skills and experience working with hand tools and power tools
• Must possess physical skills to lift 50 lbs. and willing to work in high heat area

About Us

U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.

As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.

U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.

As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.

Job Info

• Job Identification 556
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 09/21/2026, 03:18 PM
• Degree Level High School Diploma or GED
• Job Schedule Full time