Heavy Equipment Operator - Thompson Creek Mine Job at Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC, Challis, Lemhi County, ID

  • Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC
  • Challis, Lemhi County, ID

Job Description

Equipment OperatorThe Equipment Operator position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment. Heavy equipment may include front-end loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, compactors and other pieces of equipment. Work will be performed per the supervisor's instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs. Equipment Operators are responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and securing all equipment.Essential Functions:Operate heavy equipment used in earth moving operations to build/ level and excavate land surfaces.Use equipment as appropriate to level roads and/or working area, ensure proper drainage, and develop proper gradePerforms daily safety and maintenance checksMaintain and turn in daily records of equipment inspection.Fuel, Oil and Grease Equipment dailyChange worn or broken GET (teeth/ cutting edges etc,)Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.Operates heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or requiredMaintain the equipment and advise supervisor of any requirement for maintenance or repairsReport any damage immediately to supervisorUse heavy equipment for its intended purpose with little or no assistanceEnsure equipment is safely and securely storedHelp identify hazardous conditions on the job site.Ensure adherence to safe work practices and proceduresOther duties as assignedSupervisory Responsibilities: None.Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.A valid driver licenseMust be proficient with the following:D-6 DozerD-8 Dozer245 Excavators330 Excavators450 Excavatorsequipment safetyHigh School Diploma or GEDMSHA certificationSkills, Knowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and Grade/mapping control.Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related proceduresAbility to see details at a distanceAbility to see details at close rangeAbility to judge the distance between you and other objectsAbility to communicate information in writing so others will understand.Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.Ability to work independently or as a team member successfullyAbility to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.Ability to wear protective clothingPhysical Demands:Sitting - Frequent - Reaching Overhead - FrequentStanding - Frequent - Reaching Straight Ahead - FrequentWalking - Frequent - Reaching Downward - FrequentBending/Stooping - Frequent - Handling - FrequentCrouching - Frequent - Fingering - ConstantKneeling - Frequent - Feeling - OccasionallyCrawling - Frequent - Talking - OccasionallyClimbing - Frequent - Hearing - OccasionallyBalancing - Occasionally - Twisting - FrequentOperate Foot Controls - Occasionally - Twist of Wrist - Frequent(Pounds) - Constant - Frequent - Occasional - RareLifting - 50 lbs. - 100 lbs.Carrying - 10 lbs. - 50 lbs. - 100 lbs.Pushing/Pulling - 50 lbs. - 100 lbs.Working Conditions:ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS - CHECK (If Present) COMMENTS1. Exposure to Inclement Weather - X2. Extreme Cold - X3. Extreme Heat - X4. Wet and/or Humid - X - Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location5. Noise - X - Frequent noise from equipment.6. Vibration - X - Occasional normal equipment vibration.7. Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) - X - Possible diesel fumes.INHERENT HAZARDS8. Moving Mechanical Parts - X9. Electric Shock10. High, Exposed Places11. Radiant Energy12. Explosives13. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals14. Other Risks - X - Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

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