Dragline Oiler

Job Summary:

Operates dragline to excavate raw aggregate material from quarry pits/lakes.
Maintains mechanical condition of dragline by inspecting and reporting items needing service or repair to maintenance personnel.
May service and perform repairs to dragline with maintenance personnel as needed.


Essential Accountabilities:
Operation Of Dragline H8 & H10

•Operates dragline powered by diesel/hydraulic and electrical

•Maneuvers dragline in and around the excavating area as safety permits and uses hand-levers and foot-pedals inside cab to operate dragline treads, boom, and cable to excavate material.


•Ensures efficient and safe operation of equipment

•Operates equipment safely, efficiently to limit downtime and minimize costs

•Visually inspects dragline at beginning and end of each shift and as needed

•Reports equipment condition to quarry maintenance personnel

•Performs other duties as instructed by supervisor

Complies with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies, procedures and requirements

Equipment Maintenance:

•Performs routine maintenance such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning

•Assist maintenance personnel in performing repairs to dragline components

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years operating heavy equipment in an excavating environment

License: Valid drivers license required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to equipment.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English including reading and writing.
Must have excellent judgment, hand-eye coordination, and judgment of ground integrity required