Job Description

Globe 24-7 , in partnership with a key client, is working to source an experienced and safety-driven Hydraulic Shovel Operator for mining operations in Arizona .

The Responsibilities

Shovel Operation

• Operate large hydraulic shovels to load haul trucks with ore, waste, or overburden in an efficient and productive manner.
• Monitor material quality during loading and communicate any variances to supervisors.
• Follow dig plans and adjust techniques based on ground conditions and material type.

Safety and Compliance

• Conduct pre-start inspections and operate equipment in line with site safety protocols.
• Maintain full awareness of surroundings, especially in congested or high-traffic pit areas.
• Report equipment faults, safety concerns, or incidents immediately.

Productivity and Equipment Care

• Optimize digging angles and bucket control to minimize wear and maximize efficiency.
• Support production targets by reducing idle time and maintaining consistent load cycles.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment as required.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with dispatch, dozer operators, and haul truck drivers to ensure continuous operation.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and other operators to maintain safe and efficient pit operations.

The Requirements

• Proven experience operating large hydraulic shovels (e.g., CAT, Komatsu, or Liebherr models) in a mining environment.
• Strong understanding of dig plans, material types, and pit layouts.
• Commitment to high safety standards and equipment care.
• Ability to work rotating shifts in a physically demanding environment.
• Legal right to work in the United States.

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