• Operate an off road haul truck and other equipment, as assigned.
• Operate in a safe and efficient manner, causing the least wear and/or damage to the equipment and mine property.
• Support mining operations by safely maintaining high productivity standards.
• Complete loading and hauling operations with all types of materials in all weather conditions, and within safety requirements and accurate delivery of material to assigned dump locations.
• Know the work area and dump locations in the mine.
• Safety conscious with a basic knowledge of pit policies and procedures.
• Have basic knowledge of mechanical system and demonstrated ability to perform and document a through pre-operational inspection to evaluate mechanical condition of the truck.
• Complete all work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes, and within the operating capacities of the equipment.
• Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites, such as shoveling by hand and use of wheelbarrow.
• Responsible for keeping all equipment clean, free of hazards, and set up properly for the on-coming shift.
• Monitor crushing operations and perform labor and wash down/clean-up activities for maintenance, as needed.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercise discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Perform other work or assist others as assigned by supervisor.
  

• Active approach to safety by understanding and utilizing safe work practices while observing all rules and regulations.
• Continual situational awareness and assessment of potential hazards in the work place, and report or manage the hazards to minimize risk.
• Demonstrated integrity, teamwork, and ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Communicate effectively with company employees and management.
• Basic engine maintenance skills.
• Consistently exercise discretion and judgement in job performance.
• Must be willing to accept change and strive for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate positive behaviors that support the organization's goals and objectives.
• Flexibility to take on additional duties as required.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
• Meet the requirements of Fitness for Duty policy.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in an active surface mine, preferred.
• Practical knowledge of surface mining operations.
• Knowledge of federal and state mining laws.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

• Previous experience operating 100+ ton or off road trucks or other heavy equipment operation, preferred.

• Valid driver's license required.

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