Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Mobile Equipment Operator. The Mobile Equipment Operator operates basic heavy equipment such as loaders, dozers, and excavators safely under supervision. With man camp accommodations provided, you’ll enjoy a supportive work environment focused on safety, teamwork, and professional growth. Your expertise will help keep projects on track while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.
Duties
- Operate a wide range of heavy equipment including dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, cranes, and other construction machinery to support site development activities.
- Drive and manage various trucks such as front loader trucks, dump trucks, water trucks, roll-off trucks, and tanker trucks to transport materials and equipment across the site.
- Conduct pre-operation inspections on all equipment to ensure safety and functionality before use.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment for yourself and your team.
- Collaborate with project managers and crew members to coordinate equipment use efficiently across different phases of construction.
- Maintain accurate logs of equipment usage, inspections, and maintenance needs to ensure operational readiness.
Requirements
- Proven experience operating heavy construction machinery such as dozers, loaders, excavators, cranes, backhoes, and front loader trucks.
- Mechanical knowledge to perform basic maintenance checks and troubleshoot equipment issues promptly.
- Valid commercial driver’s license with experience driving large vehicles including dump trucks, water trucks, roll-off trucks, tanker trucks, and farm machinery.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor environments while adhering to safety standards.
- Strong understanding of construction safety regulations and practices.
- Additional certifications such as forklift operation or specific machinery licenses are advantageous but not mandatory.
- High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) required.
U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.
As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.
U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
