What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mine Oiler position at EP Minerals LLC?
U.S. Silica is a global performance materials company and a leading producer of commercial silica used in a wide range of industrial applications and in the oil and gas industry. U.S. Silica’s wholly owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics®. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics® is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling, and well-site delivery, dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient.
During our 125-year history, we have developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable us to produce and cost-effectively deliver over 400 diversified product types to customers across our end markets. As of December 31, 2020, we operated 23 production facilities across the United States. We control 489 million tons of reserves of commercial silica, which can be processed to make 197 million tons of finished products that meet American Petroleum Institute ("API") frac sand specifications, and 79 million tons of reserves of diatomaceous earth, perlite, and clays.
The Company is headquartered in Katy, Texas, and has an office located in Reno, Nevada.
JOB PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Mine Oiler is to maintain mobile equipment utilizing quality procedures to meet production needs in an efficient and safe manner. This role embraces a strong commitment to safety as a core value and ensures compliance with all applicable Federal/State Regulations and EP Minerals Health/Safety/Environmental practices and procedures
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Proper operation of lube truck, including housekeeping or truck and service tools, utilizing effective time management of lube routes. Fueling mobile equipment
- Complete work orders, PM Sheets, equipment pre and inspections, post, and workplace exams
- Take and maintain proper inventory of oils on site
- Troubleshoot maintenance issues with Lube Truck and other basic repairs of mobile fleet, ie. Light bulbs, grease zerks, hoses and identify oil leaks and make small repairs
- When lube route is complete, report to Mechanic on duty to assist with other maintenance repairs and projects
- Additional duties as assigned may consist of the following, but are not limited to:
- Clean parts, tools and working area
- Sample fluids
- Secure parts are needed
- Work overtime as needed and be available for call outs on a rotating basis
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ideal candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
- Technical trade or manufacturing discipline desirable.
- 1 years of mobile lubrication experience preferred
- Work in an efficient manner and practice good time management skills
- Preferred current Nevada Class A CDL with endorsements for Doubles and Tankers with DOT, along with physical and medical card (kept current and up to date)
- Gather and analyze information skillfully keeping alternate solutions in mind when necessary
- Comply with all corporate policies and the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) while working.
- Work with a high degree of autonomy in a dynamic environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Possess excellent safety record
- Demonstrate mechanical aptitude
- Able to work effectively with supervisors and other personnel
- Consistently arrive at work on time, on scheduled days and meet deadlines and work schedules
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
- Demonstrate willingness to help coworkers and learn new skills
- Be able to work any shift
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. The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature, and level of work as of the preparation date. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position. This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.