Mine Operator (Vernal, UT)

Key Responsibilities

• Proper and safe operation of heavy equipment in a mining situation: 1800 Hitachi hydraulic shovel, D-11 dozers, 100 ton haul trucks, Cat 993 loaders, 16H motor grader, water truck, large rotary blasthole drill, and other equipment necessary to the mining operation
• Equipment inspection; Record keeping and reporting
• Housekeeping duties (work areas as assigned)
• Prompt and regular attendance and safe work performance required
• Understand and comply with all company policies, procedures, governmental regulations, SOP’s

Typical Education

• A High School Diploma or GED

Relevant Experience

• 3+ years of experience in the operation of heavy mining equipment
• MSHA certification is desirable
• Basic mechanical knowledge is desirable
• Experience handling explosives is desirable

Required Certifications

• Must have a valid UT driver’s license or the ability to get one.

Other Information

• Good written and verbal communication skills; legible handwriting
• Ability to utilize independent judgment, assess situations, make decisions, and safely perform the essential functions of the job
• Ability to work well alone and with others in a team oriented environment; must have the ability to interface effectively with others so that information is professionally communicated
• Promote, support and ensure self-compliance with safety rules
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, climb on and off equipment, work at elevated heights and in cramped quarters, and walk over rough terrain; frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, pulling
• Must be able to work safely in extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, wet, dusty, noisy) inside and outside and in confined work spaces
• Must be willing to work overtime, and 12-hour rotating shift work, to meet operational goals
• Proven record of prompt and regular attendance, dependability and safe work performance