Loader Operator

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 125-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics, and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets.

U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer, and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.

Job Purpose:

Operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks or railcars to help meet company objectives.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate loader and move levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk materials
• Move levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drives vehicle to work site, and moves levers to dump material
• Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires
• Inspect the lifts before usage
• Perform other assigned tasks as necessary

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Valid Driver’s license
• Minimum 3 yrs. experience operating similar equipment
• Knowledge of safety regulations and equipment
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to follow oral or written instructions

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. The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature and level of work as of the preparation date. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position. This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.