Heavy equipment operator jobs in Arizona

About the role

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating large mining equipment in a surface mining environment. This position supports production, overburden removal, haulage, stockpile management, road maintenance, and other mining activities while adhering to all safety, environmental, and operational standards. This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

What you'll bring

• Knowledge of safe operating practices for large mobile mining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mine maps, procedures, and operating instructions.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required mine site certifications and site access credentials.
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Ability to work day, night, weekend, holiday, and rotating shifts as required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 Surface Miner Training.
• GPS machine control experience.
• Experience working in large-scale aggregate, quarry, copper, coal, gold, or industrial mineral mining operations.
• surface mining experience preferred.

Benefits