Plant Utility Operator: Heavy Equipment & Safety

Lhoist; Nolanville (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick time

Educational assistance

Job summary

Lhoist North America is seeking a Production Utility to maintain a neat, clean plant and support daily operations. You will assist with plant housekeeping, material handling, and basic equipment maintenance while ensuring safety procedures are followed.

This role requires the ability to operate heavy equipment, perform routine inspections, and manage inventory for various product types. Candidates should be prepared for outdoor work and variable shifts.

Qualifications

• Industrial background and troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with heavy equipment is desirable.
• Knowledge of environmental rules in the minerals industry.
• Ability to perform basic math operations.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Good decision-making regarding safety.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Upkeep of grounds, buildings, and load out areas.
• Clean bins, conveyors, spills, and areas under conveyors and catwalks.
• Operate mobile equipment for cleanup (skid steer, dingo, water truck).
• Check in/out and load customer trucks for outbound delivery.
• Perform light maintenance on process equipment as needed.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections and test plant and truck samples.
• Inventory: silo measurements and correct bin distribution.
• Follow safety rules and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Industrial background

Troubleshooting

Heavy equipment

Environmental regulations

Math skills

Safety decisions

Reading/writing documents

Education

High School Diploma, GED

Job description

Lhoist North America is seeking a Production Utility to maintain a neat, clean plant and support daily operations. You will assist with plant housekeeping, material handling, and basic equipment maintenance while ensuring safety procedures are followed.

This role requires the ability to operate heavy equipment, perform routine inspections, and manage inventory for various product types. Candidates should be prepared for outdoor work and variable shifts.