Excavator Operator

EXPECTED RESULTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Lead mining team to accomplish operational goals established by Plant Manager

Load aggregate material onto haul trucks

Dirt moving and/or stripping when needed

Inspect, fuel, grease, and refill fluids on equipment as needed.

Perform routine inspections on equipment, complete minor equipment maintenance, report safety issues.

Utilize various hand tools as needed to complete daily job requirements

Help maintain a hazard free work environment by assisting in housekeeping and maintenance duties

Work with team members to complete operational priorities of the day, cross train in other job positions as needed

Follow all safety policies, including MSHA and company regulations.

Other duties as assigned

Pay Rate: $28 per hour

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The primary areas of responsibility include:

Plant Safety

Operating Equipment

Minor Equipment Maintenance

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

3-5 yeas experience operating heavy equipment

Experience with excavators, dozer, blade operation, and front-end loader

Ability to use power tools, welders, cutting torches/chains and various safety devices

Self motivated and able to work effectively in small teams

Basic mechanical aptitude and math skills

Ability to work 12 hour shifts and weekends

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience working in aggregate industry a plus

Experience operating heavy equipment in a plant environment preferred

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

Less than 10% - as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly outside and exposed to various weather conditions including hot/cold temperatures and rain/snow conditions.

Employee constantly sits, utilizes manual dexterity, uses fine motor skills, gross motor skills, eye/hand coordination, near/far vision and requires active hearing/listening.

Employee occasionally stands, walks, climbs, crawls, kneels, bends, reaches, lifts to 50 lbs, carries up to 50 lbs, pushes and pulls.

Employee is regularly exposed to loud noises, heavy machinery, moving equipment, oil, debris, solvents, smokes, gasses, fumes and aggregate materials.

Required PPE includes safety shoes above ankles, safety vests, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hats. Additional PPE requirements needed for special jobs such as welding, repairing, etc.

Posted: 4/8/25

Expires: 5/5/25