Job Details
U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a member of the Russell 2000. The company is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 123-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets.
U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics . EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Laborer's responsibility is to perform general clean-up, and general manual labor. Transport materials, supplies, and equipment throughout the plant. Employees holding this position will be required to perform other job-related functions as requested by management and fill vacancies in other job classifications.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Job Responsibilities:
- Shovels, sweeps, cleans up grounds, loads and unloads trucks, cleans sand spillage with water hose, and hi-vac system.
- Clean up details, painting, minor building maintenance and cleans equipment.
- Assists other operators and maintenance as needed.
- May perform maintenance tasks as required by management.
- Works in other job classifications as required to cover absences and vacations
- Additional duties as assigned
Safety Responsibilities:- Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspection on all production equipment during your shift daily and record on daily confirmation sheets.
- Complete pre-operation equipment inspection sheets on any equipment used during your shift daily.
- Follow all company safety and health policies.
Environmental Responsibilities:- Keep all high traffic areas clean and clear of any trash, debris, tools, hoses, or other miscellaneous items (use proper cleaning procedures for oil and other lubricants leaks and spills).
- Follow and maintain all applicable standards related to Environmental Compliance.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills Required:- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Good time management, able to prioritize, control interruptions and stay focused
- Be willing to work nights and weekends if needed
- MSHA training is required for all employees and will be provided by the company upon hire.
- High school diploma or GED
U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature, and level of work as of the preparation date.It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position.This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.