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Job description
Equipment Operator
Iron Oak Energy, a leading provider of proppant to the oil and gas industry with a differentiated footprint of low-cost, logistically advantaged mining and terminal assets serving all major U.S. shale basins. Iron Oak Energy Solutions, formed from the strategic combination of Covia Energy and Black Mountain Sand to create a premier frac sand mining company, delivering superior products and solutions to diversified oil and natural gas markets across North America. The combination positions Iron Oak Energy with unmatched scale, reliability, and deliverability to customers in all major oil and gas shale plays.
The Equipment Operator position requires operation of various types of off-highway vehicles within the facility and other mobile equipment such as pit loaders, dozers, and excavators. The position is primarily responsible for operating off-highway equipment to transport raw materials to various processing stages in the facility. Other duties include transporting water to wet facility roadways and fuel to re-fuel equipment. This position will be expected to adhere to all safety regulations and practice safe operations at all times.
Essential Functions
Perform duties safely and responsibly while always observing all safety and health rules.
Completes pre-shift inspections and JSA's, and interfaces with relief operator for any updates, instructions, and changes
Report any and all unsafe mechanical conditions to the Pit Foreman and/or Supervisor
Proactively maintain good housekeeping practices and preventive maintenance practices on equipment
Strictly follow all rules of safe mine transportation as regulated by MSHA; Must follow all MSHA safety guidelines
Assists with general plant housekeeping including the clearing of waste sand accumulation
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Sufficient education to operate relevant computer software and complete written documentation and records; or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and characteristics
Prefer entry-level to intermediate experience operating heavy off-road mobile equipment
Prefer prior experience or proficiency in operating equipment maintenance software such as Cat, Komatsu, JLG Genie, Bobcat, Tackehuchi and Grove
Prior experience with crane operations, software, and maintenance a plus
Must be able to perform basic mathematical equations and use basic hand tools, measuring tools, labor tools
Must have basic maintenance and undercarriage replacement experience on excavators, dozers and skid steer, telehandler, and man lift
Previous sand plant or oilfield experience is preferred
Must have effective communication skills; ability to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language
Must have team player attitude with high-level of self-motivation requiring minimal supervision
Must be willing to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as nature of plant schedule may fluctuate
Must be able to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.
Must be able to work outdoors and be exposed to varying weather conditions (i.e.: heat, wet, cold, etc.)
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, pull and push
Must be authorized to work in the US and be at least 18 years of age
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
Please note Corporate Housing facility is not available at this location
Job Benefits
Competitive wage
Health, dental, vision and long-term disability insurance following 60-days of employment
401(K) retirement savings plan
Paid holidays and time off
Disclaimers
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by candidates applying for the role of Equipment Operator. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of candidates hired for Equipment Operator.
Iron Oak Energy is an EEO Employer and E-Verify participating employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
carrizo springs, TX, 78834, US
Who can apply
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