Equipment Operator Trainee - Tree and Soil

Position: Support Equipment Operator Trainee - Tree and Top Soil
Location: Climax

Support Equipment Operator Trainee - Tree and Top Soil

Requisition

Location:

Climax, CO, US, 80429

Category:
Operations

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

_At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you'll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career._

** Where You Will Work *
* Climax Molybdenum is the world's leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville - the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States. 

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.  

At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery.

With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado () to learn more.  

** Description*
* ** What You Will Do*
* + Performs duties related to the operation of heavy equipment in support of production including de-watering, materials delivery, maintaining berms, and surface maintenance.

+ Operates heavy equipment which may include but is not limited to:  haul trucks, water trucks, rubber tire dozers, motor graders and front-end loaders

+ Receives training, mentoring, and feedback from other operators, supervisors, and equipment trainers

+ Must complete required task training on various support equipment

+ Responsible for understanding changes to assigned work areas and any potential hazards

+ Responsible for knowing the following procedures:  start-up and shut-down, parking, mounting and dismounting, Lock-Out Tag-Out Try-Out (LOTOTO), emergency, fire, working with ground personnel, and Blue Stake

+ Communicates through computer dispatch system or two-way radio

+ Performs pre-shift inspection of equipment

+ May perform minor maintenance & operations support activities

+ Perform other duties as required

** Qualifications*
* ** What You Bring To Freeport*
* + Three (3) months experience in one of the following areas:

+ Mining/Manufacturing

+ Industrial Operations

+ Commercial Construction

+ Commercial Landscaping

+ Commercial Agriculture

+ Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English

+ Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures and applicable safety standards

+ Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + High School Diploma or GED

** What We Offer You*
* The estimated pay range for this role is currently ** $22.00 - $29.50/hour.
** This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be…