Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 125-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics, and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets.

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, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer, and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.

JOB PURPOSE:

This role is an important part of maintaining a continuous supply of ore to the Celatom Plant by safely and efficiently operating equipment at the mine.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operate various types of heavy equipment to excavate and move diatomaceous earth, dirt, rock, sand and other raw materials.
• Effectively move machines, create and move stockpiles. Dig, lift, swing and dump contents of shovel into truck, car, conveyor, hopper or stockpile.
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment while following all traffic rules on and off the company property.
• Meet productivity standards in a timely manner and adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with Supervisor to receive instructions.
• Inspect equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
• Assist in performance of emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, etc.
• Inspect equipment for defects before, during and after shifts and submit reports indicating equipment condition.
• Follow all federal and state safety regulations and company safety policies/procedures.
• Keep the equipment clean and presentable.
• Perform equipment maintenance as required.
• Fueling and lubrication of equipment.
• Safe work practices:
  • Work in a safe manner.
  • Promote safety among co-workers.
  • Use and help promote use of the company’s Behavior Based Safety system.
  • Be willing to help with special projects.
• Comply with all safety, environmental regulations and company policies
• Assist Lab Tech, Data Entry, Safety Audits, Operator Training, or Parts Inventory as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: 

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED).
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Strong attention to detail
• Gather and analyze information skillfully and with alternate solutions in mind when necessary
• The ability to work with a high degree of autonomy;
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal).
• Good attendance history
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule

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.