Heavy Equipment Operator

Mississippi Lignite Mining Company

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Demery Until 10/3/2026 First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

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Employee Type: Regular

Operate Mining Equipment as assigned by the supervisor

Job Description:
 

Essential duties:

  • Operate trucks/ heavy equipment in all aspects of mining.
  • Perform proper equipment startup and shut down procedures.
  • Operate within acceptable range of all gauges on instrumentation panel.
  • Perform all job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety policies, and state and federal environmental regulations.
  • Practice defensive driving and operating at all times.
  • Maintain a positive & constructive attitude towards safety, supervision and fellow employees.

Other duties:

  • Work with other equipment in a safe and organized manner.
  • Do utility work and operate utility equipment.
  • Assist in maintenance department with routine repairs.
  • Keep supervisor informed of any potential problems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Having the knowledge and ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations.
  • Ability to recognize adverse conditions and the knowledge to correct them.

Education and Training:

High school diploma/GED and vocational training or equivalent experience.


EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.

About this role

Summary

Operate mining equipment, perform safety procedures, assist maintenance, respond to emergencies.

Job title

Heavy Equipment Operator

Experience level

none

Industry

mining

Location requirements

Demery, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

operate trucksequipment startup and shutdownsafety policiesdefensive driving

Preferred skills

emergency responseadverse condition recognition

Specializations

heavy equipmentminingutility worksafety
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site