Senior Mining Equipment Operator - Lead & Safety

Turner Mining Group; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Equipment Operator at Turner Mining Group conducts skilled mining operations with emphasis on safe production and equipment care. The role requires adherence to safety standards, effective communication with crews, and a proactive approach to hazard identification on site.

Flexible shift availability and willingness to travel to support multiple sites are required, with opportunities to train into Senior Equipment Operator roles as projects grow.

Qualifications

• Willingness to adhere to OSHA/MSHA regulatory requirements.
• 1–3 years’ experience in mining or heavy industry preferred.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Exemplary attendance and safety records.
• Flexible on daily duties and learning attitude.
• Must pass Turner Mining Group mobile equipment qualifications on listed machines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with employees to identify hazards and ensure safe production.
• Engage leadership to improve processes and achieve site goals.
• Assist with MSHA regulatory task training and compliance verification.
• Demonstrate Turner Values through daily decisions and actions.
• Support training proficiency audits and risk assessments at various levels.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards for equipment and work areas.

Skills

OSHA/MSHA compliance

Mining/Heavy industry experience

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Attitude and reliability

Attendance and safety record

Flexibility on duties

Learning attitude

Tools

Support excavator

Dozer

Support loader

Grader

Water truck

Haulage truck

Job description

The Equipment Operator at Turner Mining Group conducts skilled mining operations with emphasis on safe production and equipment care. The role requires adherence to safety standards, effective communication with crews, and a proactive approach to hazard identification on site.

Flexible shift availability and willingness to travel to support multiple sites are required, with opportunities to train into Senior Equipment Operator roles as projects grow.