Equipment Operator – Colowyo Mine

Company: Kiewit
Apply for the Equipment Operator – Colowyo Mine
Location: Craig
Job Description:

Position Summary

Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.

Requisition ID

174964

Experience Level

All levels

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

  • Operate a variety of heavy equipment while performing mining/reclamation activities including loading, hauling, dumping, grading and dozing on a variety of reclaimed land.
  • Equipment includes but is not limited to electric drive haul trucks, mechanical drive haul trucks, motor graders, dozers, etc.
  • May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of mining equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills

Qualifications

  • May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
  • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

  • Work scheduled 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends, overtime and holidays as required
  • Must be able to safely access, board and dismount mining equipment.
  • Must be able to wear all supplied PPE while performing work
  • Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment
  • May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • May require U.S. Driver License
  • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
  • Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing

Compensation Range

$25.80/hr – $46.71/hr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as licenses/certifications, experience, skillset, and location)

Benefits

Kiewit offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans for employees and eligible dependents, paid time off, a voluntary wellness program, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Posted: June 13th, 2026