Heavy Equipment Operator - Fort Knox Mine

About the role

The Equipment Operator position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment. Heavy equipment may include front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, compactors and other pieces of equipment. Work will be performed per the supervisor’s instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment used in earth moving operations to build/level and excavate land surfaces.
• Use equipment as appropriate to level roads and/or working area, ensure proper drainage, and develop proper grade.
• Performs daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Maintain and turn in daily records of equipment inspection.
• Fuel, oil and grease equipment daily.
• Change worn or broken parts (GET).
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Maintain the equipment and advise supervisor of any requirement for maintenance or repairs.
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor.
• Use heavy equipment for its intended purpose with little or no assistance.
• Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A valid driver license.
• Must be proficient with the following:
• D-6 Dozer
• D-8 Dozer
• 245 Excavators
• 330 Excavators
• 450 Excavators
• equipment safety
• High School Diploma or GED.
• MSHA certification.
• Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and Grade/mapping control.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain equipment and follow related procedures.
• Ability to see details at a distance.
• Ability to see details at close range.
• Ability to judge the distance between you and other objects.
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member successfully.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to wear protective clothing.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to inclement weather (rain/snow/ice)
• Extreme cold
• Extreme heat
• Wet and/or humid
• Noise (frequent noise from equipment)
• Vibration (occasional normal equipment vibration)
• Atmospheric conditions (dust/fumes)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Radiant energy
• Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Other risks (aware of potential hazards)