Analysis Skills, Auditing, Calibration, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Construction, Data Entry, Driver's License, Dump Truck/Tipper, Energy Efficiency, Food and Beverage Industry, Forklift, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Legal, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Mine Safety and Health, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), Mineral/Mining Exploration, Multitasking, Oil and Gas, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Tire Repair, Training/Teaching, Transportation Regulations, Truck Driver, Warehousing, Wheel/Front-End Loader
The CDL Truck Driver operates heavy-duty trucks including on-highway vehicles, coordinating longer routes, and supporting loading/unloading activities with greater autonomy and adherence to transportation regulations. 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.
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.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or general education (GED)
- High level of safety and quality
- Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.)
- Good problem-solving skills
- Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred
- Forklift experience - Preferred
- Computer Software - Preferred
- Warehouse experience - Preferred
Responsibilities:
- Drives truck to destination
- Load truck with front-end loader
- Tarp and remove tarp from loads
- Remote railcar loading at Diatom
- Responsible for safe operations of equipment, following all traffic rules on and off company property
- Responsible for understanding and communication of daily requirements
- Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions
- Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
- Assists in performance of emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains etc., inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition
- Operating the water and/or dump truck
- Filing paperwork for the exploration/mining departments
- Assist with data entry
- Assist with quality analysis and equipment calibration
- Assist with equipment monitoring and inspections
- Conducting safety audits (looking for unsafe conditions and unsafe acts)
- Help safety manager prepare safety training and present training to other employees
- General plant cleanup, including but not limited to, sweeping with push broom and vacuuming warehouse floors, cleaning hoppers and taking waste to the landfill
- Additional duties as assigned
Requirements for the Position:
1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nevada Class 1 Drivers License, Endorsements for Doubles and Tankers, DOT Physical, and Medical Card Required.
Must have Heavy Equipment/Wheel Loader experience.
Note: The above requirements and responsibilities are subject to change and may not be comprehensive.