Plant Utility Operator

U.S.-Silica

Millen (GA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

U.S. Silica in Millen, GA is seeking a Plant Utility Operator to support maintenance, material handling, and ongoing operations. You will assist with cleaning, equipment checks, and basic repairs to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, safety focus, and ability to work outdoors in all seasons. Prior forklift experience is preferred; MS Office skills and willingness to learn are a plus.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Industrial mining experience and MSHA Certification a plus.
Strong safety and quality focus.
Ability to multi-task in fast-paced outdoor environments; climb stairs and ladders.

Responsibilities

Perform complex maintenance assistance, material handling, and support operational continuity.
Operate mobile equipment including Forklift, Telehandler, Track Skidsteer, and Snorkel lift.
Shovel, sweeps, cleans grounds, load/unloads trucks, manages sand spillage, and maintains cleanliness.
Washes floors/windows, bulk bagging, paperwork for trucks, and assists maintenance when needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Hand tools & power tools

Physical stamina

MS Office Excel/Word

Climb stairs & ladders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MSHA Certification (plus)

Tools

Forklift

MS Office

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 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.

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