What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mine Operator (Vernal, UT) position at Simplot?
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
Operate Heavy Equipment in a mining environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Proper and safe operation of heavy equipment in a mining situation: 1800 Hitachi hydraulic shovel, D-11 dozers, 100 ton haul trucks, Cat 993 loaders, 16H motor grader, water truck, large rotary blasthole drill, and other equipment necessary to the mining operation
- Equipment inspection; Record keeping and reporting
- Housekeeping duties (work areas as assigned)
- Prompt and regular attendance and safe work performance required
- Understand and comply with all company policies, procedures, governmental regulations, SOP’s
Typical Education
- High School Diploma or GED
Relevant Experience
- 3 years of experience in the operation of heavy mining equipment
- MSHA certification is desirable.
- Basic mechanical knowledge is desirable.
- Experience handling explosives is desirable.
Required Certifications
- Must have a valid UT driver’s license or the ability to get one.
Other Information
- Good written and verbal communication skills; legible handwriting
- Ability to utilize independent judgment, assess situations, make decisions, and safely perform the essential functions of the job
- Ability to work well alone and with others in a team oriented environment; must have the ability to interface effectively with others so that information is professionally communicated
- Promote, support and ensure self-compliance with safety rules
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, climb on and off equipment, work at elevated heights and in cramped quarters, and walk over rough terrain; frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, pulling
- Must be able to work safely in extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, wet, dusty, noisy) inside and outside and in confined work spaces
- Must be willing to work overtime, and 12-hour rotating shift work, to meet operational goals
- Proven record of prompt and regular attendance, dependability and safe work performance
Job Requisition ID: 22144
Travel Required: None
Location(s): ABW Mine - Vernal
Country: United States
**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **
