CDL Driver

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 purpose of the CDL driver is to load, haul and unload ore, waste and mobile equipment from the mine to the plant.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operating single or double belly dump trailers that deliver ore from multiple mine sites to the Colado production facility
• Loading with front-end loaders and tarping of the product
• Understanding daily requirements and priorities
• Maintaining radio communication with the Supervisor for delivery instructions
• Transporting equipment between facilities
• Operating loaders & other heavy equipment
• Operating water truck as needed
• Inspect, maintain and ensure safe operation of all equipment
• Know and follow all state and federal regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both written and verbal in the English language when performing the job requirements.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills Required:

• A current Nevada Class I Driver's License
• Endorsements for Doubles and Tankers
• DOT Physical and Medical Card (kept current and up to date)
• High school diploma/GED
• Prior CDL experience and heavy equipment operator experience preferred
• Excellent driving and safety record
• Ability to maintain a good attendance history
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule
• Good decision making capability
• Ability to pay strong attention to detail

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.