Buckley Powder Co Hiring for Bulk Truck Operator Job at Cripple Creek, CO Full Time

Company Background
Buckley Powder Co. is a supplier of goods and services to the mining, construction, seismic exploration and energy exploration industries. We provide a full line of explosive products, shot service, drill and shoot contracts, blast design, 3D profiling, bore-trac testing and shot rock service. We cover a 16 state area in the Rockies, Gulf Coast Region and the Mid-West.

Job Description

Buckley Powder co. is currently looking for a dedicated/hard working full time Bulk Truck operator for there Cripple Creek, Co. operations. Excellent pay and full benefits. The work schedule is Monday thru Thursday, 10 hr shifts with some Friday shifts as needed. The average hours worked per week is 45 hours. A CDL is not required for this position. Reporting to the Branch Manager, As an Operator you will learn to safely handle explosive products, load and operate bulk trucks with pumping units, operate a Forklift, also learn to operate the Emulsion plant, Do maintenance on and clean the plant, trucks and equipment as required. You will at times assist the Blasters with priming and stemming of blast holes. This position involves operating trucks in all weather conditions. Be able to lift and carry 50+ pounds of product and other materials, Frequently squatting and bending as needed. Will learn the correct, safe, and effective use of explosives in alignment with customer’s requirements.

Other duties will include:

• Knowledgeable and use practices consistent with company policies and procedures, Buckley SOPs, work site, regulatory and safety policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of products and the explosive and mining industries and practices.
• General knowledge and understanding of explosives.
• Ability to competently complete inventory records, and other appropriate documentation.
• Drive and operate bulk/blend truck in order to prepare and deliver quality Bulk products to customer sites
• Calibrate equipment, calculate fuel percentages and check emulsion density
• Load and unload all trucks, and maitain sites, and inventories
• Knowledgeable of, and comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, MSHA, EPA, and BATFE regulations.
• Ability to work accurately with numbers and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Develop professional relationships with both internal and external customers to successfully meet objectives and add value for customers

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must satisfy the requirements for a “possessor of explosives” as defined by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
• Acquire and maintain all appropriate licenses and certifications required by federal and state.
• Possess basic computer skills, and the ability to learn the use of technical tools
• Satisfactory completion of and demonstrated competencies in Buckley specified training modules, including technical, regulatory and other applicable skill-based training
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player

What We Offer:

• Vacation time + 10 paid holidays + 5 sick days
• Full health benefits including dental, vision and wellness plan
• Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution of 2%

Qualifications:

• Covid -19 vaccination required
• Must meet requirements for all State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor
• Pass a Drug Test
• Clean MVR and background check
• Reliable, customer and safety oriented
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies or procedures

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 – $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Home daily
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Safety bonus

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Trucking route:

• Local

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cripple Creek, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Mining & Extraction Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location