Operator – Heavy Equipment (Excavator, Loader & Crushing Experience)

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with strong experience in excavator, front-end loader, and crushing operations in a landscape rock quarry environment located in Mayer, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Work with Caterpillar excavators (CAT 320 through CAT 349 class, including hammer and bucket work) and Caterpillar wheel loaders (CAT 980 and CAT 982 class) to support quarry production, material movement, and crushing operations.
• Support crusher feed operations, maintain material flow, and assist with basic crusher-related troubleshooting and downtime reduction.
• Step outside the cab and actively support the crew with tasks such as shoveling material, unclogging crushers, assisting with screen changes, and other general plant support duties.
• Maintain awareness of dust control practices, including proper water application, material handling techniques, and maintaining safe visibility and environmental conditions throughout quarry operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, identify and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues, perform basic mechanical tasks, conduct daily equipment inspections, and report findings.
• Work closely with mechanics to minimize downtime, promote a zero-incident safety culture, and support production goals and operational efficiency.
• Communicate effectively using two-way radios with supervisors, operators, and maintenance staff, respond promptly to radio calls and production instructions, collaborate with team members to resolve operational challenges, maintain accurate equipment logs and maintenance documentation, and assist with non-equipment operational tasks as needed.
• Maintain daily timesheet records using a mobile app system and ensure basic digital literacy for time tracking and reporting.

Qualifications

• Prior crushing plant experience (required)
• Proficient in operating CAT excavators (320–349 class) with bucket and hydraulic hammer attachments
• Proficient in operating CAT wheel loaders (980–982 class)
• Experience supporting crusher feed operations and material flow management
• Ability to work around crushers, screens, conveyors, and aggregate processing equipment
• Ability to adapt between multiple machines based on production needs
• Experience training or mentoring other operators is a plus
• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, identify and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues, perform basic mechanical tasks, conduct daily equipment inspections, and report findings
• Work closely with mechanics to minimize downtime
• Maintain a strong commitment to MSHA and company safety standards, promote a zero-incident safety culture, maintain dust control awareness and compliance, including proper material handling and water/dust suppression practices, support production goals and operational efficiency, and identify and communicate safety, environmental, or equipment concerns promptly
• Communicate effectively using two-way radios with supervisors, operators, and maintenance staff, respond promptly to radio calls and production instructions, collaborate with team members to resolve operational challenges, maintain accurate equipment logs and maintenance documentation, and assist with non-equipment operational tasks as needed
• Must be comfortable using mobile devices and applications, maintain daily timesheet records using a mobile app system, and ensure basic digital literacy for time tracking and reporting
• Experience in quarry, mining, or heavy construction environment required
• Ability to work in outdoor, physically demanding environments
• Strong attendance, reliability, and work ethic
• Team-first mindset with willingness to assist in all plant operations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options with employer contribution
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, including a paid birthday off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching