Equipment Operator - Compost

About the role:

 Responsible for safe and efficient operation of various pieces of heavy equipment to accomplish multiple duties for any department as needed. Operator is responsible to perform repetitive pre-shift /post-shift inspections and will assist in machine repair activities as considered necessary for equipment. This role (upon employment) reports to the Designated Manager of Silver Creek Materials.

What you'll do:

• Possess and maintain a can-do spirit and be a team player.
• Maintain a safe working atmosphere and identify potential risks.
• Work effectively under instruction in a team environment to achieve production goals.
• Safely and efficiently operate water truck or other heavy equipment used to access materials in the mine, process, or load.
• Read and understand machine's operations manual.
• Perform repetitive comprehensive pre/post-shift inspection of machine(s).
• Ensure routine and preventive maintenance actions on equipment are accomplished.
• Supervise equipment operation and communicate with entire team during production.
• Must be willing to be flexible, and work throughout the entire operations area as needed

Qualifications & Skills:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment in the mining, compost, and/or construction industry.
• Basic mechanical understanding and problem-solving skills.
• Must comply with background check and Drug-free Workplace Policy.
• Compliance with safety regulations as outlined by the Company and OSHA/MSHA.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended time periods.
• Ability to physically lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers / peers in job duties.
• Must be dependable and coachable.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• CDL with tanker endorsement preferred.
• Truck loading and site prep experience are a plus.

Benefits:

Silver Creek Materials is family owned and operated and offers about-average industry pay. Eligible employees can elect medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, ambulatory insurance, voluntary critical illness, voluntary accident, and voluntary hospitalization insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Employees also enjoy paid company observed holidays and generous paid time off. Field employees can elect uniforms and will also receive a boot stipend starting on their first anniversary. Additionally, employees can enjoy the use of company facilities, such as a gun range and 11-acre family lake.