Heavy Equipment Operator - Fort Knox Mine

Job Title: Equipment Operator |
SOC code: 47-2073 |
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt |
Department/

Location:

Operations/Project site |
Reports to: Project Manager/Crew Foreman |
Status: Full Time, Temporary |
EEO-1: Craft Worker |
Normal Work Hours and Days: A normal work day consists of 10-12 hours possibly longer depending on workload. Hours and start time will vary depending on workload. Night shift work required as needed.

Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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The Equipment Operator position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment. Heavy equipment may include front‑end loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, compactors and other pieces of equipment. Work will be performed per the supervisor’s instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Equipment Operators are responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and securing all equipment.

• Operate heavy equipment used in earth moving operations to build/ level and excavate land surfaces.
• Use equipment as appropriate to level roads and/or working area, ensure proper drainage, and develop proper grade.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Maintain and turn in daily records of equipment inspection.
• Fuel, oil and grease equipment daily.
• Change worn or broken teeth/ cutting edges.
• Use hand‑held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Maintain the equipment and advise supervisor of any requirement for maintenance or repairs.
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor.
• Use heavy equipment for its intended purpose with little or no assistance.
• Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

None.

Education and/or

Experience:

• Minimum: A valid driver license.
• Must be proficient with the following:
  • D-6 Dozer
  • D-8 Dozer
  • 245 Excavators
  • 330 Excavators
  • 450 Excavators
  • Equipment safety

Preferred: High School Diploma or GED; MSHA certification.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and grade/mapping control.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain equipment and follow related procedures.
• Ability to see details at a distance.
• Ability to see details at close range.
• Ability to judge the distance between you and other objects.
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member successfully.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to wear protective clothing.

Activities and their frequency of occurrence:

• Sitting – Frequent
• Reaching Overhead – Frequent
• Standing – Frequent
• Reaching Straight Ahead – Frequent
• Walking – Frequent
• Reaching Downward – Frequent
• Bending/Stooping – Frequent
• Crouching – Frequent
• Kneeling – Frequent
• Crawling – Frequent
• Climbing – Frequent

• Exposure to Inclement Weather – X (Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location)
• Extreme Cold – X
• Extreme Heat – X
• Wet and/or Humid – X (Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location)
• Noise – X (Frequent noise from equipment)
• Vibration – X (Occasional normal equipment vibration)
• Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) – X (Possible diesel fumes)
• Moving Mechanical Parts – X
• Electric Shock – X
• High, Exposed Places – X
• Radiant Energy – X
• Explosives – X
• Toxic or Caustic Chemicals – X
• Other Risks – X (Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment)

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.