Job Description
The CDL Driver I operates company vehicles to transport materials, equipment, or products safely within the site or local area, following all safety and regulatory guidelines.
- Operating single or double belly dump trailers that deliver ore from multiple mine sites to the production facility.
- Loading with front-end loaders and tarping of the product.
- Understanding daily requirements and priorities.
- Maintaining radio communication with the Supervisor for delivery instructions.
- Transporting equipment between facilities.
- Operating loaders & other heavy equipment.
- Operating water truck as needed.
- Inspect, maintain and ensure safe operation of all equipment.
- Know and follow all state and federal regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both written and verbal in the English language when performing the job requirements.
- Additional duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or general education (GED) required.
- A current Nevada Class I Driver’s License.
- Endorsements for Doubles and Tankers.
- DOT Physical and Medical Card (kept current and up to date.
- Prior CDL experience and heavy equipment operator experience preferred.
- Ability to maintain a good attendance history.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
- Good decision making capability.
- Ability to pay strong attention to detail.
- High level of safety and quality.
- Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.).
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred.
- Forklift experience - Preferred.
- Computer Software - Preferred.
- Warehouse experience - Preferred.
U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.
As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.