Thiess Hiring for Multi-Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator – Local or Fly-In, Fly-Out at Leadville, CO Full Time

ROLE SYNOPSIS

Thiess is seeking Multi-Skilled Heavy Equipment Operators to support our mining team on our project site near Denver, Colorado. Depending on availability, business necessity, and operator experience, heavy equipment operators can run haul truck, water truck, dozer, motor grader, large excavator, or wheel loader in an open-cut mining environment in a safe, productive, and cost-effective manner.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Under direct supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs earthmoving and support duties in a Mining environment.
• Job tasks, correctly performed, impact indirectly on cost containment, efficiency, profitability, or operations.
• EXCAVATOR/LOADER: Must have working knowledge of overburden handling, ore and soil segregation, while maintaining grade
• EXCAVATOR/LOADER: General knowledge of hydraulic principles
• Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing PPE
• Job tasks, correctly performed, impact indirectly on cost containment, efficiency, profitability or operations Performs other related duties as assigned

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Demonstrated ability to achieve results within a team environment with minimal supervision at times.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills
• The ability to work in a team environment
• Ability and willingness to work different schedule on site based on project needs

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Mining or heavy industrial construction experience considered an asset
• Post-high school training in a related area
• Transferrable construction equipment, veteran or military operations experience considered in lieu of mining
• EXCAVATOR/LOADER: 3 to 5 years’ experience operating excavator and loader
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Work with other project employees to meet the project’s safety, environment, and production targets
• Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship from Thiess is required
• Must be fluent in the English language

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• At Thiess we have a One HSE culture and want to ensure everyone is safe everyday: employees, families and society. We are committed to our employees’ health and wellness including the prevention of illness. Although optional, we have a preference that all Thiess employees are vaccinated against COVID-19 and other serious illnesses.
• Work schedule: 7 on / 7 off, rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights)
• Fly in / Fly Out (FIFO) – Preference for a candidate who lives near Denver, Colorado

WHAT WE OFFER

• A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety
• A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world’s largest mining services provider
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual bonuses
• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with 100% premium coverage for the employees and competitively subsidized private health insurance for immediate family
• 401K retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions
• Career development and opportunities domestic within the US, and potentially international
• Leave for all of life’s reasons
• Possible domestic relocation assistance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to live and work at high altitudes (12,000 ft. elevation) for a week at a time
• Able to work in extreme winter conditions with temperatures regularly below zero degrees Fahrenheit
• Able to stand for extended periods of time, walk long distances, and climb ladders
• Able to work for extended 12-hour shifts
• Can work night shifts (7 p.m. – 7 a.m.) seven days at a time and properly manage fatigue
• No auditory or visual impairments restricting the ability to see distances while driving and clearly discern auditory and visual alerts/alarms (not including color blindness)
• Quick response/reaction times Arm-hand steadiness and manual dexterity