Quarry Miner

Dakota Granite Company; Milbank (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dakota Granite Company is seeking a Stone Quarry Operator/Miner to join our team in South Dakota. This hands-on role requires operating heavy equipment, trimming blocks, and contributing to production goals while adhering to MSHA regulations and our safety standards.

Ideal candidates will be team players with a passion for excellence and a willingness to perform maintenance tasks as needed. Overtime is available to meet production needs in a year-round operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in quarrying and processing granite preferred.
• Ability to follow MSHA safety regulations and company policies.
• Willingness to perform hands-on tasks beyond operating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment such as skid steer, track drill, loader and haul truck.
• Operate wire saws and stone drills.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance on mobile equipment as needed
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment with appropriate documentation
• Follow all company policies and MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Follow directions of management as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project.
• This is a hands-on position, not just operating equipment.
• Trims blocks to size using wire/trim saw equipment
• Maximize stone material usage and maintain high level of production
• Assist in maintaining block inventory.
• Responsible for maintaining clean work areas
• Any mechanical repair knowledge or welding experience is welcome but not required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

Wire saws

Track drill

Maintenance on mobile equipment

Job description

Company Overview

Seeking a Stone Quarry Operator/Miner that is a strong core value fit with a desire to grow (entry-level or experienced).

Our Core Values

Team Player, Empowered Optimism, Passion for Excellence, Problem Solver, Tenacity to Deliver

Background

We are passionate about the stone industry with mining operations and a fabrication division for our natural stone products. We are looking for candidates that excel in a team environment and have the willingness to complete all functions related to quarrying and processing granite. Our quarry is located 16 miles south of Ely, MN and we are seeking candidates that live in the area, or are willing to travel. An ideal candidate will strive to maximize equipment run time and achieve daily production goals.

Stone Quarry Operator/Miner Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment such as skid steer, track drill, loader and haul truck.
• Operate wire saws and stone drills.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance on mobile equipment as needed
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment with appropriate documentation
• Follow all company policies and MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Follow directions of management as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project.
• This is a hands-on position, not just operating equipment.
• Trims blocks to size using wire/trim saw equipment
• Maximize stone material usage and maintain high level of production
• Assist in maintaining block inventory.
• Responsible for maintaining clean work areas
• Any mechanical repair knowledge or welding experience is welcome but not required.

We offer consistent year round work! Overtime is available for those seeking hours.

Benefits:

• -401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance