Safety‑Focused Heavy Equipment Operator – Mining

The Concrete Company; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off after 90 days

Paid weekly

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Company funded HSA

401K with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Foley Materials Company is hiring a heavy equipment operator to support its surface mining operations. The role involves safely operating haul trucks, loaders, excavators, and dozers to mine and move material through the plant, while maintaining haul roads and ensuring equipment is in good working condition.

We seek candidates with proven experience in heavy mining equipment, strong teamwork, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy mining equipment and safely maneuvering loads.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and physically capable of the job.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety on the job in line with MSHA and company policies.
• Operate off-road heavy equipment (haul trucks, loaders, excavators, dozers) to mine and move material.
• Perform pre/post-operation inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Monitor vehicle fluids and add required fluids to keep equipment in good condition.
• Observe plant operations, report unsafe conditions, and coordinate with team members to meet timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Weather resilience

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Foley Materials Company is hiring a heavy equipment operator to support its surface mining operations. The role involves safely operating haul trucks, loaders, excavators, and dozers to mine and move material through the plant, while maintaining haul roads and ensuring equipment is in good working condition.

We seek candidates with proven experience in heavy mining equipment, strong teamwork, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.