Equipment Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment including loaders, bulldozers, excavators, graders, water trucks, and blasthole drill rigs.
• Work across all mine areas as needed, including active pits, dumps, haul roads, and process areas.
• Operate equipment in a manner that maximizes productivity while minimizing downtime, fuel use, and equipment wear.
• Perform and document accurate pre-shift and post-shift inspections on all assigned equipment.
• Conduct ground support tasks such as shoveling, spotting, barricading, and general labor when required.
• Absorb and communicate equipment issues, support troubleshooting, and perform basic servicing.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized operating areas.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow MSHA, OSHA, and company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, hazard reporting, and traffic rules.
• Demonstrate strong hazard recognition skills and actively participate in daily safety meetings.
• Ensure equipment operation and ground activities comply with environmental and regulatory expectations.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment damage, and near misses immediately.

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance, and fellow operators.
• Provide clear shift handover notes to ensure continuity between crews.
• Participate in task training for new operators and support continuous improvement initiatives.