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Florida Canyon Mining, Inc.

Equipment Operator

Imlay, NV · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Open Pit Equipment Operator is responsible for the ... surface), preferred. * Ability to operate a 2-way radio, required . * Ability to lift up to 50 ...

CalPortland

Industrial Surface Mine Electrician

Scappoose, OR · On-site

$28.50 - $37/hr

Job Summary The Industrial Surface Mine Electrician is responsible for the electrical repair and maintenance for machinery and equipment associated with conveyor systems, pumps, crushers and other ...

CalPortland

Industrial Surface Mine Electrician

Scappoose, OR · On-site

$28.50 - $37/hr

Job Summary The Industrial Surface Mine Electrician is responsible for the electrical repair and maintenance for machinery and equipment associated with conveyor systems, pumps, crushers and other ...

CalPortland

Industrial Surface Mine Electrician

Scappoose, OR · On-site

$28.50 - $37/hr

Job Summary The Industrial Surface Mine Electrician is responsible for the electrical repair and maintenance for machinery and equipment associated with conveyor systems, pumps, crushers and other ...

CalPortland

Industrial Surface Mine Electrician

Scappoose, OR · On-site

$28.50 - $37/hr

Job Summary The Industrial Surface Mine Electrician is responsible for the electrical repair and maintenance for machinery and equipment associated with conveyor systems, pumps, crushers and other ...

Turner Mining Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

Mojave, CA · On-site

$32 - $35/hr

... mine plans into measurable tons moved. Your precision and ownership directly determine whether a ... active surface mines and quarries. You'll have modern heavy equipment with GPS guidance, a ...

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Turner Mining Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

Mojave, CA · On-site

$32 - $35/hr

... mine plans into measurable tons moved. Your precision and ownership directly determine whether a ... active surface mines and quarries. You'll have modern heavy equipment with GPS guidance, a ...

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Surface Heavy Equipment Operator

Brookwood, AL • On-site

Warrior Met Coal
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for our operations near Brookwood, Alabama. We expect this person to be a role model for the "Warrior Way" and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork.

Who We Are:

All teammates are required to work in a manner that exemplifies the "Warrior Way" - Safer, Accountability, Follow Through, Excellence, Responsibility. Mining positions may be required to work various shifts, rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. We provide a generous compensation and benefits package, including incentive plans, 401(k), paid time off and company paid medical, dental and vision care.

About the Role:

As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will operate various size dozers, loaders, haulage trucks and other various equipment associated with a preparation plant in a safe and efficient manner. The Heavy Equipment Operator will work closely with supervisors and other team members to maintain a safe work environment while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform pre-op check of machinery to be used.

  • Push coal into raw and clean coal feeders.

  • Push refuse on rock dump area.

  • Perform rough grading and spreading of materials for roads.

  • Loading or unloading trucks.

  • Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations.

  • Preserves a safe and clean work environment by keeping trash picked up and practicing good housekeeping standards in work areas.

  • Other duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

Who You are:

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • Maintain good punctuality and attendance.

  • Ability to work safely and effectively in a mining environment.

  • Must be able to communicate effectively with other team members and supervisors.

  • Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Good organizational, time management and multitasking skills.

Environment and Safety

  • Ensure adherence to State, Federal and Company workplace policies and standard work procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control.

  • Maintain a high level of Safety performance through effective communication, monitoring, and revision of standard work procedures.

  • Identify and report safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries, and property damage at the workplace.

  • Attend and participate in all scheduled safety meetings and training.

  • Ensure adherence to environmental policy, work standards, management plans and regulatory obligations and requirements.

Physical Requirements - Mining Operations:

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces.

  • Must be able to sit for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles.

  • Must be able to walk for up to 4 hours at a time.

  • Will need to walk through different sections of the mine with different amounts of clearance and headroom.

  • Walking ability will be based on SCSR emergency evacuation plan required and approved by MSHA.

  • Must be able to wear the required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA.

  • Must be able to bend or stoop for a full work period because of mine height.

  • Must be able to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders.

  • Must be able to do repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have quick reflex movements of the arms and legs as well as good hand to eye coordination.

  • Must be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift items weighing up to 75 pounds.

  • Must be able to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

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