Marianaminerals Heavy Equipment Operator at Mariana Minerals responsible for safely operating various heavy machinery across mine areas. Support maintenance and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Responsibilities
Safely operate heavy equipment including loaders, bulldozers, excavators, graders, water trucks, and blasthole drill rigs
Work across all mine areas as needed, including active pits, dumps, haul roads, and process areas
Operate equipment efficiently, keeping production steady while minimizing downtime, fuel use, and wear on the machine
Perform and document accurate pre-shift and post-shift inspections on all assigned equipment
Conduct ground support tasks such as shoveling, spotting, barricading, and general labor when required
Assist maintenance personnel by communicating equipment issues, supporting troubleshooting, and performing basic servicing
Follow all MSHA, OSHA, and company safety procedures (including lockout/tagout and traffic rules), actively participate in safety meetings, and immediately report hazards, near misses, or equipment damage while ensuring operations meet environmental/regulatory standards
Qualification
Valid driver's licenseWorking Environment and ScheduleScheduleHousing & RelocationPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Required
Proven experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment (loaders, dozers, graders, excavators, water trucks, drill rigs, etc.) and are comfortable moving between machines as needed
Experience operating heavy equipment in a mining, quarry, construction, or similar industrial setting highly preferred.
MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
Ability to read and interpret basic operational instructions, safety data sheets, and equipment gauges
Valid driver's license
Working Environment and Schedule:
Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off, 12-hour shifts. As operations expand, schedules will rotate between day and night shifts, with availability for on-call coverage as needed.
Housing & Relocation: Housing and relocation assistance options available
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Able to sit for extended periods (up to full shift length) while operating machinery