Production Utility Operator

About the role

Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment to support mining, loading, stockpiling, and material handling activities. Manage raw material inventory and coordinate with production, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure consistent material supply.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders and other heavy equipment for mining and material handling tasks.
• Load customer and internal haul trucks with raw materials safely and efficiently.
• Manage raw material stockpiles and perform inventory control activities.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Support continuous material availability for plant operations.
• Follow safety procedures, environmental requirements, and operating standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe working conditions within assigned areas.
• Complete operational inspections, logs, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with Production and Maintenance personnel to support daily operational priorities.
• Afford support general production and material handling activities as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating front-end loaders and other heavy equipment required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Full proficiency in English. Spanish desirable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and material handling practices.
• Understanding of mining, quarry, aggregate, cement, or industrial operations preferred.
• Familiarity with multiple types of heavy equipment and safe operating practices.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and hazard identification.
• Understanding of material stockpile management and production support activities.

Skills

• Problem-solving skills to identify and address operational issues.
• Effective communication and coordination with Production Supervisors, Plant Operators, and Maintenance personnel.
• Ability to adapt to changing production priorities while maintaining safety and efficiency.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to operational excellence.

Benefits

Seasonal pozzolan production activities near Williams, Arizona, with operations currently planned through November 2026. During periods when pozzolan operations are inactive, the incumbent will support cement plant operations in Paulden, Arizona. Pozzolan production activities are expected to resume in March 2027, subject to operational requirements and business needs.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position supports seasonal pozzolan production activities near Williams, Arizona, with operations currently planned through November 2026. During periods when pozzolan operations are inactive, the incumbent will support cement plant operations in Paulden, Arizona. Pozzolan production activities are expected to resume in March 2027, subject to operational requirements and business needs.