Setup and Material Management
* Maintain site cleanliness, and perform general labour activities, including but not limited to shoveling in and around the belts and crusher
* Checks stockpile to ensure product quality and mix material to desired consistency
Start-Up in the Morning
* Perform daily checks on conveyors, screen deck and crusher box
* Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance work on machinery (mechanical experience preferred)
* Report crusher issues and required wear parts to the supervisor in a timely manner
Feeding and Operating the Crusher
* Monitor the plant to ensure the plant is running safely and production is consistent
* Listen to unusual noise or indications for errors
* Adjust crusher settings to optimize performance and gradation
* Collect materials samples for laboratory testing
* Maintain strong communications with ground labor to ensure efficient and safe workflow
Shutting down
* Complete all necessary daily paperwork. May include but not limited to, daily logs, vehicle inspection logs, hours of service, etc.
* Remove build up from under or around crushers and beltlines
* Inspects belt scale and clean daily & record scale readings
Overall safety
* Shut down equipment as required in the event of an emergency, blockages or end of shift
* Conduct daily pre-shift safety checks (area inspection, e-stops)
* Adhere to and follow all safety rules and regulations of MSHA/OSHA/DOT
* Ensure nobody enters safety perimeter while operating the crushing plant
Requirements
* Previous crushing experience would be an asset
* Desirable: Have mechanical knowledge and experience with general equipment maintenance
* Capable of working independently when needed
* Able to promote a positive and safe work environment in a physically demanding and fast paced work environment
* Use of personal protection equipment is required
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 45 per week
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person