Loader/Driver

Job Summary The Haul Driver must possess an active Class A CDL and transports clay from the mine site to the manufacturing plant and supports the mine operations with the ability to utilize a variety of heavy equipment including tractor, scraper, dozers, excavators, front-end loader, 40 ton haul truck grader and back hoes at the mine. Essential Functions * Haul clay from mine pit to plant * raw material at pit using heavy equipment such as those listed above in a safe manner. * Ensures proper quality of clay mined. * Records quantity of material mined as well as the hours of operation of the equipment. * Hauls waste back to the pit and maintains dust pit area for haul trucks to dump waste. * Maintains roads and berms to ensure adequate height and ensure roads are clear of obstruction. * Utilizes hand tools to make miner equipment adjustments. * Keeps areas clean and free of clutter. Uses water truck/sprinklers for dust control as necessary. * Obey all Company, State and Federal safety policies, rules and regulations. * Inform appropriate personnel of any abnormal conditions, defects, changes made in machines, and/or job procedures or conditions. * Completes Pre-Shift and workplace examination checklists and ensures areas that are in need of repair are reported to appropriate personnel. Files daily Workplace Examinations and inspection forms properly. * Maintain security of the mine by securing the mine from trespassers and directing the contractors to adhere to the safety rules and regulations set forth by MSHA and Oil-Dri. * Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications * Must posses an active Class A CDL * Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions) and similar documents. * Receive and pass training, and operate equipment associated with the mine, (i.e., dozers, scrapers, excavators, water truck, haul truck, front-end loader, tractor grader). * Must be able to work independently with limited supervision. * Ability to read mining maps as necessary. * Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work. * Basic math skills. * Good communication skills. * Two years experience driving and heavy equipment operation, preferred. * Basic mechanical knowledge. Other details * Pay Type Hourly Apply Now * Mounds Production Company, 700 Industrial Park Rd, Mounds, Illinois, United States of America