Heavy Equipment Operator - Mining

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating large mining equipment in a surface mining environment. This position supports production, overburden removal, haulage, stockpile management, road maintenance, and other mining activities while adhering to all safety, environmental, and operational standards.

• →Operate mining equipment including haul trucks, dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, water trucks, and other support equipment.
• →Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections and complete required equipment inspection reports.
• →Safely transport ore, waste rock, overburden, and other materials throughout the mine site.
• →Maintain haul roads, access roads, dumps, stockpiles, and work areas.
• →Load and unload materials efficiently while minimizing equipment wear and damage.
• →Monitor equipment performance and promptly report mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• →Follow mine plans, production schedules, radio communication protocols, and supervisor instructions.
• →Assist with drilling, blasting support, reclamation, and earthmoving activities as required.
• →Adhere to all MSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental requirements.
• →Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• →Maintain accurate production, inspection, and operational records.
• →Work effectively with dispatchers, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and fellow operators.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment operating experience; surface mining experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices for large mobile mining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mine maps, procedures, and operating instructions.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required mine site certifications and site access credentials.
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

• MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 Surface Miner Training.
• Experience operating CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Liebherr, or similar mining equipment.
• GPS machine control experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working in large-scale aggregate, quarry, copper, coal, gold, or industrial mineral mining operations.

• Ability to sit and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders, steps, and access equipment safely.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, dust, mud, and noise.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work day, night, weekend, holiday, and rotating shifts as required.

• Surface mining operation with exposure to heavy equipment traffic, dust, vibration, and changing weather conditions.
• Requires strict adherence to safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• May require overtime and travel between surface mine locations.

• Safety Focus
• Situational Awareness
• Equipment Operation Expertise
• Reliability and Attendance
• Teamwork and Communication
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Production Efficiency

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.