Production Excavator Operator
Turner Mining Group, Lamesa, TX, United States
Equipment Operator
Reports to: Foreman – Turner Mining Group
Job Description
The Equipment Operator is a skilled mining operator position within Turner Mining Group. The successful candidate must live the Turner Values and be an outward example to others. This position must demonstrate a strong commitment to “Safe Production” through decision making, priorities, and client relations.
Objectives and Contributions
Work with employees to ensure a high level of accuracy and engagement on hazard identification and control
Engage crews and leadership to define processes that motivate working towards common goals
Assist with MSHA regulatory task training and verify compliance to standards
Live the values as part of a visible daily decision-making process
Assist with training proficiency audits
Involvement in risk assessment processes at various levels of the organization
Holds themselves and others accountable for acting like an owner (taking care of equipment, not wasting resources, using time wisely, and being accountable for conditions and behaviors)
Maintains a high standard of housekeeping (machine and work areas)
Culture and Communication
Can effectively communicate in English (multi-lingual preferred)
Participate in site and project leaders to identify areas of improvement
Work with crews to support proactive near miss reporting
Leads by example (walks the talk)
Systems
Ability to perform quality pre-operation machine inspections (Based on mobile equipment physical demands analysis)
Accurately documents 5000-23 and training checklist requirements
Other regulatory & internal / external forms as required
Travel and New Site Development
Maintains a valid and insurable driving license
Available to travel on short notice to support timelines and production requirements at existing sites
Time and Interactions
The Equipment Operator must be flexible on shift schedules (days and nights) to assist with training and production needs
The Equipment Operator will be self-starting, motivated, with a strong desire to be part of a team and to influence improvement. Communication is also critical to keep leadership and site-based personnel in the loop of successes, challenges, and any additional support that may be required
Excellent time management skills
Qualifications
Willingness and ability to adhere to OSHA / MSHA regulatory requirements
1-3 years' experience in mining / heavy industry preferred
Working knowledge of safety systems and processes
Appropriate attention to detail required
Strong communication skills
Strong morals and values
Exemplary attendance record
Exemplary safety and disciplinary record
Willingness to be flexible on daily job duty requirements
Maintains a positive outspoken learning attitude
The Equipment Operator must pass and maintain Turner Mining Group mobile equipment skills qualifications on each piece of the following equipment:
Support excavator
Dozer
Support loader
Grader
Water truck
Haulage truck
Other Duties
In addition to the job skills above, there may be requirements for manual tasks to be completed to meet other business needs. Operators in any job duty classification may be required to participate in these additional tasks.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements listed below are essential functions of this position and must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Weight Requirement: Ability to meet equipment manufacturer's safety requirements, including a body weight under 330 pounds.
Mobility & Posture: Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb stairs, and climb ladders repeatedly.
Reaching & Movement: Ability to reach forward and overhead, and to perform sustained or repetitive movements of the neck, hands, wrists, and ankles/feet.
Strength & Endurance: Ability to push and pull with a force of at least 55 pounds.
Ability to lift, carry, and set down objects weighing up to 85 pounds.
Ability to lift and carry objects overhead weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to lift and move items from floor level to waist, shoulder, and overhead levels.
Ability to carry weights over distances of at least 20 feet.
Repetition & Duration: Ability to perform the above motions multiple times in succession and sustain activity for extended periods.
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Reports to: Foreman – Turner Mining Group
Job Description
The Equipment Operator is a skilled mining operator position within Turner Mining Group. The successful candidate must live the Turner Values and be an outward example to others. This position must demonstrate a strong commitment to “Safe Production” through decision making, priorities, and client relations.
Objectives and Contributions
Work with employees to ensure a high level of accuracy and engagement on hazard identification and control
Engage crews and leadership to define processes that motivate working towards common goals
Assist with MSHA regulatory task training and verify compliance to standards
Live the values as part of a visible daily decision-making process
Assist with training proficiency audits
Involvement in risk assessment processes at various levels of the organization
Holds themselves and others accountable for acting like an owner (taking care of equipment, not wasting resources, using time wisely, and being accountable for conditions and behaviors)
Maintains a high standard of housekeeping (machine and work areas)
Culture and Communication
Can effectively communicate in English (multi-lingual preferred)
Participate in site and project leaders to identify areas of improvement
Work with crews to support proactive near miss reporting
Leads by example (walks the talk)
Systems
Ability to perform quality pre-operation machine inspections (Based on mobile equipment physical demands analysis)
Accurately documents 5000-23 and training checklist requirements
Other regulatory & internal / external forms as required
Travel and New Site Development
Maintains a valid and insurable driving license
Available to travel on short notice to support timelines and production requirements at existing sites
Time and Interactions
The Equipment Operator must be flexible on shift schedules (days and nights) to assist with training and production needs
The Equipment Operator will be self-starting, motivated, with a strong desire to be part of a team and to influence improvement. Communication is also critical to keep leadership and site-based personnel in the loop of successes, challenges, and any additional support that may be required
Excellent time management skills
Qualifications
Willingness and ability to adhere to OSHA / MSHA regulatory requirements
1-3 years' experience in mining / heavy industry preferred
Working knowledge of safety systems and processes
Appropriate attention to detail required
Strong communication skills
Strong morals and values
Exemplary attendance record
Exemplary safety and disciplinary record
Willingness to be flexible on daily job duty requirements
Maintains a positive outspoken learning attitude
The Equipment Operator must pass and maintain Turner Mining Group mobile equipment skills qualifications on each piece of the following equipment:
Support excavator
Dozer
Support loader
Grader
Water truck
Haulage truck
Other Duties
In addition to the job skills above, there may be requirements for manual tasks to be completed to meet other business needs. Operators in any job duty classification may be required to participate in these additional tasks.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements listed below are essential functions of this position and must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Weight Requirement: Ability to meet equipment manufacturer's safety requirements, including a body weight under 330 pounds.
Mobility & Posture: Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb stairs, and climb ladders repeatedly.
Reaching & Movement: Ability to reach forward and overhead, and to perform sustained or repetitive movements of the neck, hands, wrists, and ankles/feet.
Strength & Endurance: Ability to push and pull with a force of at least 55 pounds.
Ability to lift, carry, and set down objects weighing up to 85 pounds.
Ability to lift and carry objects overhead weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to lift and move items from floor level to waist, shoulder, and overhead levels.
Ability to carry weights over distances of at least 20 feet.
Repetition & Duration: Ability to perform the above motions multiple times in succession and sustain activity for extended periods.
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