Equipment Operator I

We are a fully integrated frac sand supply and services company, offering complete mine-to-wellsite proppant logistics, storage, and management solutions. We produce low-cost, high-quality Northern White frac sand and provide proppant logistics, storage, and management solutions through our in-basin transloading terminal and SmartSystems wellsite proppant storage capabilities. Our products and services primarily serve oil and natural gas exploration and production companies and oilfield service companies. We own and operate premium frac sand mines and related processing facilities in Wisconsin and Illinois, with access to three Class I rail lines, enabling delivery across the United States and Canada.

About the role

We are seeking Equipment Operators to join our Last Mile Solutions team in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. The Equipment Operator operates equipment and unloads sand trucks under the supervision of the Regional Field Service manager, while also taking direction from other Smart Sand Managers and team leads.

Responsibilities

• Unload sand trucks into unloading drive-over conveyors.
• Operate sand unloading or power equipment, such as telehandlers and skid steers.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment; refer defects or repairs to the supervisor.
• Conduct all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.
• Demonstrate constant commitment to safety, professional behavior, and environmental considerations.
• Ensure equipment readiness for pumping operations on schedule.
• Conduct thorough pre-startup checks of all fluids and visually inspect equipment before startup.
• Rig-up all equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain open communication with the supervisor throughout all stages of the job, reporting any issues promptly.
• Operate and maintain equipment, perform basic preventive maintenance, and communicate equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Mentor other equipment operators in operations.
• Adhere to proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Conduct a comprehensive site walkthrough after operations to ensure proper shutdown and adherence to safety protocols.
• Assist in housekeeping activities before leaving the location.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Must maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Good judgment and adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work 12+ hour shifts.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Regularly operates in a highly safety-conscious environment, both outdoors and indoors.
• Regular exposure to dust, odors, oil, fumes, and noise.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Schedule

20 days on, 10 days off.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with employer contributions.
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Paid Time Off.
• 9 annual paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Referral program.