Dragline Operator

Job purposeThe dragline operator will safely and efficiently extract various materials at our aggregate plant.Duties and responsibilitiesOperate and maintain dragline.Promote safe work practices and an excellent safety cultureResponsible for safe and efficient operation of all equipmentComplete daily inspections and maintenance checklistParticipates in pre-shift safety huddlesPerforms routine maintenance and various equipment repairs as neededResponsible for reporting incidents and accidents to supervisor or managementMaintain an open line of communication with team members to promote team productivityResponsible to report to plant supervisor or superintendent of any potential safety hazardsComplete additional tasks as assignedRequired to take MSHA upon hire and annually and adhere to all MSHA regulations and guidelines Knowledge ofWorking knowledge of moving machinery parts and the dangers they pose.Working knowledge of equipment maintenance such as greasing, fluid levels, adjustments, cables and bucket conditions.Mobile equipment. Ability toLearn and follow company policies and procedures.Receive and apply directives.Operate mobile equipment.Utilize all large hand tools applicable to dragline operation.Identify and overcome all work related hazards.Identify and report raw material changes.Maintain personal and professional safety procedures.Work under direct and indirect supervision. QualificationsExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with peers.Self-motivated with the ability to quickly learn new procedures and processesAble to operate equipment efficientlyAbility to perform tasks as given from supervisors as well as work as part of a teamAdaptable to changing conditionsMechanical skills to perform routine maintenance and repairsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.ExperienceMinimum of 3 years of dragline operation experience preferred.Physical requirements* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to enter and exit equipment safely.* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.* Frequent (34-66%)- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.* Occasional (0-33%)- Ability to shovel.