Van Attendant - Entry Level

Small Mine Development builds and operates America’s underground mines. Our mission is to be the leader in safe, productive and innovative mining solutions. We are seeking motivated, self-starters, that can work safely while ensuring production goals are met. By joining our team, you will be tasked with hard yet very rewarding work that provides opportunities for career development and advancement.

Position: Van Attendant – Entry Level
Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Wage (Depending on Experience) + safety bonus
Schedule: 8 on 6 off. 10-hour, split shifts
Area: Battle Mountain Rebuild Shop

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the maintenance superintendent and the light vehicle supervisor, van attendants are responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and functions of our light vehicle fleet. Those responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Verify and document all mechanical issues and maintenance requirements
• Coordinating vehicle maintenance with vendors – pick-up and delivery
• Ensuring each vehicle is equipped with all safety requirements for a mine site
• Fueling, washing, and checking fluids on our light vehicle fleet (vans and pickup trucks)
• Keeping an accurate account of vehicles assigned to individuals and site crews
• Communicating with the light vehicle supervisor regarding their schedules and tasks
• Hazard recognition and mitigation
• Participation in risk assessments and following SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Conducting thorough pre-operational inspections on vehicles

Experience and Qualification Requirements

Applicants must:

• Work with a safety-first mind set and maintain situational awareness at all times.
• Have the ability to review MSDS and encourage proper PPE.
• Possess a current driver’s license and have an insurable driving record.
• Be able to safely drive in year-round weather conditions.
• Be able to perform routine and repetitive tasks without immediate supervision.
• Have strong organizational skills.
• Be able to professionally communicate and interact effectively with others.
• Possess exceptional workplace housekeeping habits.
• Have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Beneficial Skills but not required:

• Have experience in light vehicle maintenance

Benefits

We offer a strong benefits plan including:

• 401k
• Enrollment in ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Various insurance offerings through Colonial, including life and short-term disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Contributions to position specific Continuing Education

Small Mine Development, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a Drug Free Workplace. Career candidates must pass a drug screen.