Operator, Care & Maintenance

General / Shared Responsibilities (Both Sites)

• Work with minimal supervision and make sound, independent decisions.
• Work well with others in a small team, as staff size is limited at both sites; communication with co-workers is key to this position.
• Participate in daily safety/prep meetings and weekly safety meetings.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in the workplace; maintain a clean work area and remain accountable for company and personal tools used.
• Comply with applicable environmental, safety, and MSHA laws, rules, and regulations, as well as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work area instructions; participate in safety and environmental activities.
• Conduct all activities in an environmentally responsible manner and remain aware of procedures that minimize environmental impact.
• Lead by example, adhering to and ensuring compliance with rules and regulations established by the Hecla Montana projects team.
• Participate in Risk Assessment activities and in the development of SOPs as required.
• Perform basic maintenance and upkeep of underground workings, including: pump operation and troubleshooting, operating underground mining equipment, installing/maintaining/repairing utilities, scaling, and other underground maintenance tasks.
• Perform basic maintenance and upkeep of surface facilities, including: snow plowing/shoveling, operating diesel-fired generators, operating heavy equipment (including a road grader for site/access road maintenance), and environmental monitoring and general manual labor.
• May perform a variety of additional functions on or off the project site, including but not limited to: use of hand tools and power tools, basic welding for equipment/infrastructure repair, operating a chainsaw, general mine site labor, and providing overall project support as needed.

Site-Specific Focus: Montanore / Libby Adit

Site-Specific Focus: Troy

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. regularly.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain and in confined spaces.
• Must be able to safely climb and descend ladders.
• Must be able to recognize and deal with hazards safely and appropriately.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

Standards and Regulations