Job Description
Globe 24-7 , in partnership with a key client, is working to source an experienced and safety-driven Hydraulic Shovel Operator for mining operations in Arizona .
The Responsibilities
Shovel Operation
- Operate large hydraulic shovels to load haul trucks with ore, waste, or overburden in an efficient and productive manner.
- Monitor material quality during loading and communicate any variances to supervisors.
- Follow dig plans and adjust techniques based on ground conditions and material type.
Safety and Compliance
- Conduct pre-start inspections and operate equipment in line with site safety protocols.
- Maintain full awareness of surroundings, especially in congested or high-traffic pit areas.
- Report equipment faults, safety concerns, or incidents immediately.
Productivity and Equipment Care
- Optimize digging angles and bucket control to minimize wear and maximize efficiency.
- Support production targets by reducing idle time and maintaining consistent load cycles.
- Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment as required.
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with dispatch, dozer operators, and haul truck drivers to ensure continuous operation.
- Communicate clearly with supervisors and other operators to maintain safe and efficient pit operations.
The Requirements
- Proven experience operating large hydraulic shovels (e.g., CAT, Komatsu, or Liebherr models) in a mining environment.
- Strong understanding of dig plans, material types, and pit layouts.
- Commitment to high safety standards and equipment care.
- Ability to work rotating shifts in a physically demanding environment.
- Legal right to work in the United States.
Job Tags
Immediate start, Shift work, Rotating shift,