Heavy Equipment Operator (Teamster)

A haul truck driver operates large trucks to transport materials such as gravel or waste in mining, construction, or other industrial settings. Responsibilities include loading and unloading materials, following safety protocols, maintaining the vehicle, and communicating with site personnel to ensure efficient transportation of materials. Essential Functions • Reporting unsafe mechanical conditions to the shop foreman and supervisor • Maintaining good housekeeping practices on equipment • Training new equipment operators • Assisting with equipment routine preventative maintenance Critical Competencies • Equipment Operation- Proficiency in operating large equipment, including understanding the controls, gauges, and indicators. Ability to manipulate equipment accurately and smoothly for various tasks. Skill in handling attachments and understanding their applications. Strong sense of spatial awareness to maneuver the loader safely in tight spaces, around obstacles and in congested work areas • Safety Awareness- Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments. • Self-Awareness- recognize their own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and impact on others, using this understanding to improve their effectiveness. • Teamwork and Collaboration- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback. • Adaptability: Adjusts to new conditions, challenges, or changes in the work environment; demonstrate the ability to be flexible, open-minded, and resilient when facing shifting priorities, unforeseen obstacles, or evolving situations; responds positively to change, learns new skills when necessary, and maintains high performance even in unfamiliar or uncertain circumstances.