Heavy Haul/Equipment Operator

Position Summary:

The Heavy Haul Driver/Equipment Operator is primarily responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant transportation of heavy equipment between E.R. Jahna Industries' mine locations and other designated destinations. This includes properly loading, securing, transporting, and unloading heavy equipment while ensuring compliance with applicable DOT regulations and company safety standards.

When heavy haul transportation assignments are not scheduled or actively underway, this position is expected to support daily mine operations through the operation of heavy mobile equipment, general maintenance activities, and other assigned operational tasks. The successful candidate must demonstrate versatility, initiative, and a willingness to assist wherever needed while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, equipment care, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Actively promote and demonstrate E.R. Jahna's Core Standards of Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SPQDC) through safe work practices, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Safely operate heavy haul trucks and trailers to transport equipment between company mine locations and other designated destinations.
• Properly load, secure, transport, and unload heavy equipment in compliance with applicable DOT regulations, weight restrictions, load securement requirements, and company procedures.
• Coordinate transportation schedules and equipment movements with mine management to ensure safe, timely, and efficient operations.
• When transportation assignments are not active, support mine operations by operating heavy mobile equipment, assisting with maintenance, material handling, housekeeping, and other assigned operational duties.
• Perform required pre-trip, post-trip, and equipment inspections, promptly reporting deficiencies and assisting with routine preventive maintenance to ensure equipment readiness.
• Comply with all applicable DOT, FMCSA, MSHA, environmental, and company safety requirements, including inspections, driver qualifications, hours-of-service regulations, and required documentation.
• Complete required Take 5/pre-task risk assessments, identify and address hazards, and exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions exist.
• Maintain accurate and timely driver logs, inspection reports, transportation records, and other required operational documentation.
• Participate in DDS (Daily Direction Setting), safety meetings, training, and continuous improvement initiatives, supporting communication, accountability, and timely resolution of identified issues.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition while demonstrating responsible care of company assets.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and teamwork by performing additional transportation, equipment operation, maintenance support, and other duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Qualifications & Education Requirements:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements and a driving record acceptable under company and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience transporting heavy equipment using commercial trucks and trailers preferred.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience operating heavy mobile equipment in mining, construction, aggregates, or a similar industrial environment preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of heavy equipment loading, unloading, weight distribution, load securement, and transportation safety requirements.
• Must meet applicable DOT/FMCSA driver qualification requirements, including minimum age requirements for assigned operations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required DOT medical certification and successfully complete applicable drug and alcohol testing.
• Working knowledge of basic equipment maintenance, inspections, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; vocational or technical training is a plus.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience will be considered.

Khowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of commercial vehicle operation, heavy equipment transportation, load securement, and applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to safely operate various types of heavy equipment and perform general mine-related duties as assigned.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify equipment deficiencies and assist with routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail, hazard recognition, problem-solving, and sound decision-making skills.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating initiative, accountability, and flexibility.
• Willingness to work extended hours, varying shifts, weekends, and travel between company locations as operational needs require.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while operating commercial vehicles and heavy equipment, as well as stand, walk, climb, bend, reach, and enter or exit trucks, trailers, and mobile equipment.

The employee may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in restricted or uneven areas. The position requires frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 25 pounds and occasional handling of objects weighing up to 100 pounds, with appropriate assistance or mechanical lifting devices when necessary.

Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must maintain the physical capabilities, alertness, and coordination necessary to safely operate commercial vehicles and heavy equipment.

Work Environment:

This position operates in mining, industrial, and transportation environments and requires regular exposure to outdoor conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, dust, noise, vibration, and uneven terrain.

Employees may work near moving machinery, heavy equipment, elevated surfaces, and other operational hazards. The position also requires extended periods of driving and travel between company mine locations and other designated facilities.

Compliance with all company safety procedures and required personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory, including approved safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, and other task-specific PPE as required.

Benefits, Pay, and Schedule:

Pay Rate: Rate could vary dependent upon experience. Shift differential pay for nights and weekends.

Schedule: Employee will most likely be required to work long extended hours, shift work (days, afternoons, or nights), and weekend shifts, as required.

Lunch/breaks: As time permits during shift, does not have a designated break time during shift.

Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401(k) Matching, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Safety Bonuses, and Profit Sharing.

Candidate selection will be based on ability to perform the job, previous work experience and history, educational background, and other bona fide occupational qualifications. Equal opportunity is provided to all candidates based on individual qualifications without regard to race; color; religion; sex; age; national origin; citizenship; sexual orientation; gender identity; disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

Experience:

• Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Required)
• hauling heavy equipment: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL Class A license (Required)

Work Location: In person