Job Details
U.S. Silica is a global performance materials company and a leading producer of commercial silica used in a wide range of industrial applications and in the oil and gas industry. 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, dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient.
During our 121-year history, we have developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable us to produce and cost-effectively deliver over 400 diversified product types to customers across our end markets. As of December 31, 2020, we operated 23 production facilities across the United States. We control 489 million tons of reserves of commercial silica, which can be processed to make 197 million tons of finished products that meet American Petroleum Institute ("API") frac sand specifications, and 79 million tons of reserves of diatomaceous earth, perlite, and clays.
The Company is headquartered in Katy, Texas, and has an office located in Reno, Nevada.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Mapleton Depot Laborer, whose line of reporting is highlighted on the Mapleton Depot Organizational Chart, is to perform general clean-up, and general manual labor. Transport materials, supplies, and equipment throughout the plant. Fill vacancies in other job classifications
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspects, starts, operates, and stops all equipment and machinery in accordance with established limits and procedures.
- Shovels, sweeps, cleans up grounds, loads and unloads trucks and railroad cars, cleans sand spillage with water hose, broom, and
- Cuts weeds and trees and disposes of
- Washes floors, windows,
- Performs preventive maintenance, operating adjustments and repairs, and lubrication to equipment and machinery as required.
- Performs housekeeping and painting in immediate work area and other areas designated by supervisor
- Completes required reports and turns them in at designated times and places.
- Communicates with supervisors and co-workers on all shifts to ensure continuity of operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Successful candidates will have good organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and control interruptions and stay focused on assigned tasks.
- Must be able to cooperate and work with others safely and proficiently.
- Willingness and ability to work in environment and expose to industrial health and safety hazards that require the use of safely PPE such as: respirators, ear protection, eye protection, safety shoes, hard hats and other designated safety items as required.
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. 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.