Prep Plant Mobile Equipment Operator

Mobile Equipment Operator

Position Purpose:

Complying with federal and state regulations and company safety standards while efficiently operating multiple pieces of heavy machinery on a surface mining operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates equipment by moving levers, or steering-wheel and depressing pedals or operating other controls to stop, start, maintain proper speed, direction and complete task as required.
• Examines and performs fueling and routine servicing, which includes -- perform pre-operational checks of equipment that include: walk around visual inspection, check fluid levels, safety equipment, tires, steering, brakes, etc.
• Mounts and dismounts equipment by climbing or descending the boarding ladder or steps.
• Assist mechanic with repairs and maintenance.
• Clean equipment as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience and knowledge operating at least 3 of the following pieces of mobile equipment:

• Dozer

• Loader

• Grader

• Ability to recognize potential problems with equipment. Know the lubrication and service requirements of the equipment being operated, and applicable rules and regulations.

• equipment being operated.

• Know the Safe Job Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures for the equipment being operated, and applicable rules and regulations.

• Ability to pass an equipment test on the above pieces of equipment.

Education and/or Training:

• WV Surface Miner Certification

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to lift 21-50 pounds occasionally, frequently up to 25 pounds, up to 10 pounds constantly.