Heavy Equipment Operator - Fort Knox Mine

Equipment OperatorThe 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.Essential Functions: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 gradePerforms daily safety and maintenance checksMaintain and turn in daily records of equipment inspection.Fuel, Oil and Grease Equipment dailyChange worn or broken GET (teeth/ cutting edges etc,)Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.Operates heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or requiredMaintain the equipment and advise supervisor of any requirement for maintenance or repairsReport any damage immediately to supervisorUse heavy equipment for its intended purpose with little or no assistanceEnsure equipment is safely and securely storedHelp identify hazardous conditions on the job site.Ensure adherence to safe work practices and proceduresOther duties as assignedQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.Education and/or Experience:Minimum: A valid driver licenseMust be proficient with the followingD-6 DozerD-8 Dozer245 Excavators330 Excavators450 Excavatorsequipment safetyPreferred: High School Diploma or GEDMSHA certificationSkills, Knowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and Grade/mapping control.Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related proceduresAbility to see details at a distanceAbility to see details at close rangeAbility to judge the distance between you and other objectsAbility 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 successfullyAbility to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.Ability to wear protective clothingPhysical Demands:The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following:Sitting FrequentReaching Overhead FrequentStanding FrequentReaching Straight Ahead FrequentWalking FrequentReaching Downward FrequentBending/Stooping FrequentHandling FrequentCrouching FrequentFingering ConstantKneeling FrequentFeeling OccasionallyCrawling FrequentTalking OccasionallyClimbing FrequentHearing OccasionallyBalancing OccasionallyTwisting FrequentOperate Foot Controls OccasionallyTwist of Wrist FrequentLifting ConstantCarrying 10 lbs.

OccasionalPushing/Pulling 50 lbs. RareWorking Conditions:Environmental Conditions:Exposure to Inclement Weather XExtreme Cold XExtreme Heat XWet and/or Humid X Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on locationNoise X Frequent noise from equipment.Vibration X Occasional normal equipment vibration.Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) X Possible diesel fumes.Inherent Hazards:Moving Mechanical Parts XElectric ShockHigh, Exposed PlacesRadiant EnergyExplosivesToxic or Caustic ChemicalsOther Risks X Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment.