Posted 16 months ago
Dozer Operator (Patton)
Litchfield, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
The Dozer Operator operates and maintains dozers (e.g., D8) on coal piles and refuse areas, performs pre-operation inspections, fueling, housekeeping, radio communication, documentation, and complies with safety procedures.
About this role
- Ensure company equipment, material, and work site are maintained, kept clean, and in compliance with company’s standard safety and operating procedures
- Operate Dozer on raw & clean coal pile and refuse area
- Proper pre-operation examination of equipment, use and check of fire suppression system and fire extinguisher, proper lock-out and tag-out procedures, maintaining proper housekeeping of equipment
- Proper communication via company radio and handheld radio
- Maintain fueling and service station
- Maintain clean up on belt lines, shoveling required
- Complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation
- Other duties as needed
Requirements
- 18 months or more experience on dozers D8 or equivalent and larger, at a coal mine
- Available to work 12 hour swing shifts requiring rotating from days to nights every 9 to 14 days
Benefits
Compensation at an attractive hourly rate of $27.59.
In addition, there's potential to earn various bonuses based on safety, production metrics, and attendance.
At Foresight Energy, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. We offer an outstanding wage and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid holidays; vacation time; and so much more.
Skills
Coal Mine EnvironmentDocumentation And ReportingDozer Operation (D8 Or Equivalent)Fire Suppression System UseFueling And MaintenanceLock-out/tag-out (LOTO)Pre-operation Equipment InspectionRadio Communication (company Radio, Handheld Radio)