Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator I, Wet en U.S. Silica

U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.  

As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.  

This position is located in Crane, TX.

Essential Job Functions:

• Safe operation of Loader/backhoe/forklift
• Handling and/or moving material
• Knowledge of the excavator/backhoe loading requirements; load charts; critical picks
• Effectively communicate to all site personnel
• Maintain daily logs of equipment usage, maintenance, etc.
• Daily maintenance of equipment
• Identify, report and correct hazards
• Perform tasks maintaining all health, safety and environmental rules and ensure all work is done in a manner which enhances the safety of the work environment
• Other duties as assigned.
• May perform maintenance tasks as required by management.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:  

• ​​High School Diploma​  
• Excellent organizational skills, able to multi-task  
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all employees on mine site 
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.  The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature and level of work as of the preparation date.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position.  This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.