Surface Operator: Heavy Equipment & Bulk Loading

International Minerals Carlsbad, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

International Minerals Carlsbad LLC is seeking a surface operator to support its storage and loading operations. The role includes bulk loading of railcars and trucks, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining safe, clean work areas across indoor/outdoor sites in a mining environment.

The ideal candidate will have heavy-equipment experience, work well with minimal supervision, and demonstrate dependability and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school education.
• Ability and willingness to complete all phases of the Storage and Loading training program.
• Ability to complete the required qualification tests for assigned equipment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate front-end loaders, forklifts, dump trucks, shuttle wagons, vacuum trucks, and skid steers.
• Basic knowledge of storage and loading processes and equipment.
• Ability to read, write, follow instructions, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to analyze operating conditions, monitor processes, and learn new procedures.
• Ability to plan assigned work and exercise sound independent judgment.
• Ability to identify and correct routine problems.
• Ability to use the tools and equipment required to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated dependability, good attendance, initiative, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Load bulk material into railcars and trucks safely and accurately.
• Operate front-end loaders, forklifts, dump trucks, shuttle wagons, vacuum trucks, and skid steers.
• Complete required training and equipment qualification tests for assigned machinery.
• Inspect equipment before use and report mechanical, operational, or safety concerns.
• Open and close railcar doors with fall-protection equipment.
• Perform work on top of railcars and in elevated areas when assigned.
• Wash equipment, scales, and designated work areas.
• Assist with vacuum-truck activities and removal of dust and material from tunnels.
• Clean screens, screws, tunnels, loading areas, and related production equipment.
• Perform manual cleanup using shovels, sledgehammers, power tools, and other approved equipment.
• Assist coworkers with loading, cleanup, equipment operation, and other production activities.
• Monitor storage and loading processes and recognize operational problems or equipment limitations.
• Identify and correct routine problems within the scope of the position.
• Follow operating instructions and learn new equipment, processes, and procedures.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly work areas.
• Use required PPE and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Encourage crew members to comply with safety requirements.
• Perform additional surface production and storage and loading duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Independent work

Safety orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Front-end loaders

Forklifts

Dump trucks

Shuttle wagons

Vacuum trucks

Skid steers

Job description

International Minerals Carlsbad LLC is seeking a surface operator to support its storage and loading operations. The role includes bulk loading of railcars and trucks, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining safe, clean work areas across indoor/outdoor sites in a mining environment.

The ideal candidate will have heavy-equipment experience, work well with minimal supervision, and demonstrate dependability and a strong commitment to safety.