Equipment Operator Site Bulk Matl Hndlng

Job Responsibilities

• Principal duties consist of operating and assisting in the maintaining of all equipment associated with coal handling operations, barge loading/unloading operations, limestone and gypsum handling operations, ash re-burn operations and various other yard activities as needed. Coal system duties may include: operate locomotive, railcar positioner and car dumper, rail switching, electrical switching, fugitive dust systems, indoor and outdoor stacker and reclaiming facilities, coal samplers, coal conveyor systems, bulldozers, front end loaders, tractors, other heavy equipment, and plant service vehicles.
• The employee will move and compact coal on the outdoor storage piles and reclaim coal as needed, operate baghouse systems, coal transfer systems, fugitive dust control systems, fire protection systems, plant water treatment systems, and any other miscellaneous equipment. Barge loading/unloading and limestone and gypsum duties may include: positioning barges for loading/unloading, operate limestone barge unloading systems and conveyors, etc.
• Operate bulldozers, front end loaders, tractors, other heavy equipment, and plant service vehicles.
• Perform electrical switching, and operate fugitive dust systems.
• The employee will participate in performing periodic maintenance inspections, assist Site Bulk Material Handling maintenance personnel in equipment repair and will perform routine repairs. Duties may include: changing of air, fuel, water and lube oil filters, packing equipment, etc.
• The employee will be expected to assist in keeping the grounds in good repair, including painting, sweeping, janitorial work, cleaning, shoveling coal spills, filling and grading yard areas, removing ice and snow, trimming shrubs, and mowing grass.
• The employee will assist the Mechanic with maintenance activities.
• The employee will isolate equipment, perform electrical switching and participate in the administration of the Energy Controls Process.
• The employee will troubleshoot, correct malfunctions, and assist in the maintenance of equipment; including conveyor systems, pumps, valves, fans, air compressors, drive components and water systems.
• The employee is expected to operate computer systems needed to control various equipment and to use company computer programs such as Impact to write notifications and work orders, access E-Mail and other document storage system that will be used.
• They will assist with developing and maintaining equipment operating procedures.
• The employee also will maintain the work area in a safe, clean, neat and orderly state.
• It is understood that in cases of emergency, or as a supervisor deems necessary, the employee is to perform assigned work to the best of their ability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Employees currently classified as Yard Operator or with one year of previous experience as Yard Operator are considered qualified Equipment Operator-SBMH and are exempt from testing.
• Will require the use of a respirator in certain situations.
• Candidates may be required to demonstrate their ability to perform the physical functions of the position by completing a Physical Capacity Evaluation.