Crusher Operator - Roosevelt, UT

About the role

This is a skilled position responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of crushing plant equipment used in the production of aggregate materials. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent product quality, meeting production targets, and maintaining safe working conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate primary and secondary crushing equipment to produce crushed stone, sand, and gravel according to specifications.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure proper material flow, gradation, and quality standards.
• Perform routine inspections of crushers, conveyors, screens, and related equipment to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Adjust controls and settings to regulate material size, throughput, and production efficiency.
• Conduct basic maintenance and repairs, including clearing jams, replacing wear parts, and performing lubrication tasks.
• Communicate with plant supervisors, loader operators, and maintenance personnel to coordinate production and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate production logs, downtime records, and equipment condition reports.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and MSHA regulations.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with plant start-up and shutdown procedures.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating crushers, screening plants, or similar heavy equipment in an aggregate or mining environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Knowledge of aggregate production processes and material specifications.
• Ability to read and understand operational manuals, safety procedures, and production requirements.
• Basic computer or tablet skills for reporting and tracking purposes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License is preferred.
• Commitment to workplace safety and active participation in safety initiatives.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and dust.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work at heights.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50–75 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

• The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.