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Dredge Operator

Dredge Operator

Alpine SilicaShreveport, LA, US
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Dredge Operator

Responsible for operating power-driven dredge to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways and to mine sand at bottom of lakes, rivers, and streams.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Operate levers to position dredge for excavation by engaging hydraulic pumps to raise and lower suction booms and to control rotation of cutterheads.
  • Start and stop engines to operate equipment.
  • Start power winches that draw in or let out cables to change positions of dredge; or pull in and let out cables manually.
  • Pump water to clear machinery pipelines.
  • Verify depths of excavations using winches or scan depth gauge to determine depths of excavation.
  • Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machinery is working properly.
  • Inspect equipment to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
  • Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in-person in a professional and timely manner.
  • Comply with MSHA regulations and all safety precautions.
  • Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Previous dredge experience preferred.
  • Prior knowledge of various pumps.
  • Experience with heavy equipment, specifically, knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
  • Able to operate a boat.
  • Must be able to swim at least 50 yards.

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
  • The ability to adjust the controls of a machine quickly and repeatedly.
  • The ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted.
  • The ability to quickly respond.
  • Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner.
  • Must be able to work in adverse working conditions such as heat, wet, cold, noise, etc.
  • Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.
  • Strong communication skills

    • Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Safety-sensitivity position.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Repetitive movements of both hands and both feet.
  • Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment.
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