Mine Operator 1

U.S. Silica is a global performance materials company and a leading producer of commercial silica used in a wide range of industrial applications and in the oil and gas industry. U.S. Silica’s wholly owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics®. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics® is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient.

During our 121-year history, we have developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable us to produce and cost-effectively deliver over 400 diversified product types to customers across our end markets. As of December 31, 2020, we operated 23 production facilities across the United States. We control 489 million tons of reserves of commercial silica, which can be processed to make 197 million tons of finished products that meet American Petroleum Institute ("API") frac sand specifications, and 79 million tons of reserves of diatomaceous earth, perlite, and clays.

The Company is headquartered in Katy, Texas, and has an office in Reno, Nevada.

The primary role of the heavy equipment operator is to ensure the safe flow of material is maintained from the mine to the raw clay storage building. Schedule is Monday – Thursday 6am-4pm (will require flexibility with weather conditions).

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate Equipment Smoothly, Safely and Efficiently and Follow Mining Plans
• Accountable for managing ownership area (Haul Truck Operators – Haul Road Condition), (Excavator Operators – Pit Area around Excavator including spotting of Trucks), (Dozer Operator – Dump area)
• Complete All Required Reports Accurately and Timely Including - PRE-SHIFT Inspections, Area Examinations, Operator Equipment Report.
• Support and Move Safety Culture Forward by immediately reporting Hazards, Conducting Slams, Performing BBS Observations, Following safety Procedures and participating in Tail Gate Meetings.
• Task Train and/or train co-workers on equipment. Ensure training is properly documented.
• Follow Environmental Policies including reporting/controlling spills, installing and maintaining BMP’s, Taking Water Samples as necessary, and treating low PH water.
• In addition to the above, tasks and projects may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as deemed necessary by management.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous training and certification on equipment is a plus.
• CDL license is a plus, but not required.
• Must be willing to work all areas of mine department as needed.
• Knowledge and operation of heavy equipment.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be willing to work in a hot, cold, dusty, and noisy environment.
• Inclement weather may warrant the necessity to work hours longer than normal to ensure the flow of material is maintained.