Salt Mining Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd
Compensation: $27.36/hr

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Principal Accountabilities:

• Harvesting salt and supporting processing operations
• Performing pre-operational and safety inspections on assigned equipment
• Greasing, lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment
• Reporting equipment damage, malfunctions, or repair needs
• Assisting the Wash Plant Operator in maintaining efficient salt processing operations
• Washing down salt buildup and clearing accumulations from conveyors and rollers
• Collecting washed and unwashed salt samples every two hours under normal operating conditions
• Moving gantry systems to maintain salt stockpiles
• Moving and managing water lines  
• Troubleshooting minor water pressure and valve operation issues
• Performing housekeeping and manual labor tasks as needed - Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Understanding and adhering to all policies and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (written and verbal)
• Ability to perform physical job duties including: bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing, twisting, lifting up to 50 pounds, working in awkward positions; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments that may include: heat, cold, dust, noise and other environmental conditions; while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to operate machinery and industrial equipment with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work at elevations of 4 feet or higher
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and various shifts with advance notice 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous heavy equipment operating experience
• Experience operating loaders, haul trucks, dump trucks, tractors, or forklifts
• Experience working in industrial, mining, agricultural, construction, or manufacturing environments
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices