Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise the crushing crew to ensure effective and efficient operations.
- Maintain and ensure the safe operation of crushers, screeners, conveyors, loaders, and other related aggregate and mobile heavy equipment.
- Oversee equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- Work independently while fostering a team-oriented work environment.
- Willingness to work in adverse weather, night shifts, out-of-town assignments, overtime, and weekends as required.
- Manage conveyors, panel boards, pumps, gauges, and dials to ensure the highest efficiency and material consistency.
- Promote a positive work culture and set clear safety and production expectations for the crew.
- Demonstrate strong leadership by setting an example and motivating the team to perform at their best.
- Schedule and manage routine and major repairs for crushers, screeners, loaders, and all other pit-related equipment.
- Maximize the use and effectiveness of tools and equipment, ensuring they remain in compliant working condition.
- Resolve crew conflicts and interpersonal issues while maintaining productivity and morale.
- Project a positive company image through professional conduct and communication with co-workers.
- Utilize excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrate sound decision-making in high-pressure situations.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient crushing operation and work environment.
- Continuously ensure compliance with mining and environmental standards as outlined by applicable governing bodies and company requirements.
- Accurately enter labor, equipment, and production data in a timely manner.
- Follow and enforce all company safety procedures and directives, ensuring adherence at all levels.
- Engage with employees at all levels to proactively identify and resolve risks.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s license (preference given to candidates with a Class 3 with air or higher).
- Computer experience is preferred but not essential.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in gravel crushing operations, with at least 2 years in a foreman or leadership role.
- Experience operating various heavy equipment (e.g., loader, excavator) is an asset.
