Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Marquette Mineral is looking for an individual to fill an Equipment Operator position in Marquette, Michigan. We are looking for a self‑motivated operator willing to do hands‑on physical and mechanical work when required, with some groundwork as needed.

Location:

Marquette Mineral Quarry – 102 CR HX, Marquette, MI 49855

Vacancy Type:
New

Schedule:

10–11 hour shifts, Monday‑Friday with occasional weekend and night work as required. Working 50‑55 hours per week. Typical season runs from March until December annually.

• Operate loaders, excavators, rock trucks, and other equipment; perform daily checks and routine maintenance.
• Feed the crusher and handle material tasks including loading, hauling, stockpiling, hammering, pulverizing, and maintaining roadways and blast areas.
• Monitor material levels to maintain consistent feed and efficient crushing operations; record production and downtime.
• Report required repairs promptly and support general maintenance and plant tasks as needed.
• Work safely and ensure compliance with all company, environmental, and regulatory requirements (MSHA, OSHA, EGLE).
• Coordinate activities with other operators; communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Maintain clean equipment cabs and contribute to overall site housekeeping each shift.
• Work independently or as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment and assist in other plant and quarry duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment; experience in a quarry or similar environment is an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation; CDL and rigging experience are considered assets.
• Ability to work efficiently, safely, and adapt to fast‑paced or stressful environments, both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, mechanical aptitude, and capacity to follow instructions and safety protocols.

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing, frequent walking, climbing, bending, crouching, lifting.
• Physically demanding manual labour in dusty, noisy, and uneven environments.
• May involve long shifts (10+ hours), including weekends and nights as needed.

• Competitive wages
• Bonus programs
• Employer‑paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family‑oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates.