Mine Operator

Company: Rio Tinto
Location: Boron
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Operators: Mine Operations

• Opportunity to develop your career and work for a global company
• Contribute to the success of Rio Tinto by applying your technical and professional expertise
• Join a company with a world class reputation for safety and a culture that supports inclusion and diversity ?Boron, CAAbout the roleWe are seeking talented Operators at our open pit Boron mine and processing facilities. This role is a great opportunity to join an operations team and contribute to the success of the Rio Tinto.Current Operator Openings Include:Mine Operators:
  • Operates haul trucks to haul ore, waste, gangue, or other specified material
  • Outdoors, 12 hour day/night shifts
  • Ensuring production equipment is operating correctly
  • Conducting minor maintenance on equipment as needed also, Washes and cleans process equipment according to prescribed standards
  • Preventing the release of process material to the environment (air, water or soil) by monitoring the processes and taking corrective action as necessary
  • Maintains a clean, safe and organized work areaAbout youTo be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Ability to work any schedule
    • Previous experience operating process/production equipment
    • Experience with Forklifts, industrial machinery, dryers and agitated tanks
    • Some computer skills
    • Current and valid state civil driver?s licenseDesirable Skills and Experience:
      • Experience with Forklifts, industrial machinery, dryers and agitated tanksWhat do we OfferHere is just a glimpse of our industry leading rewards package:
        • A competitive starting wage with opportunity for growth and career progression
        • Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions
        • Access top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
        • Generous 401k matching program
        • Attractive company share ownership plan (up to 50% company match)
        • Leave for all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary care giver short term sick leave, paid holidays)About Rio TintoEvery idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ?progress? begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers.For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers ? generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium ? the world?s first to be certified ?responsible? ? helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.Where you will be workingRio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world?s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VRio Tinto participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.uscis.gov/ for more information.

Keywords: Rio Tinto, Bakersfield , Mine Operator, Other , Boron, California