Performs duties related to the operation of haul trucks to transport materials from loading areas to processing areas at a skilled level. Responsible for understanding changes to assigned work areas and any potential hazardsResponsible for performing inspections to maximize equipment and tire life and executes assignments from computerized dispatch system and/or two-way radioMay assist with training and mentoring of other equipment operatorsMay also operate other heavy equipment which may include, but is not limited to, water trucks, motor graders, and track and rubber tire dozersResponsible for knowing the following procedures: start-up and shut-down, fueling, fire, runaway, emergency, and accidentResponsible for having knowledge of payload measurement system, over speed alarm, dispatch codes, shovel and truck horn signals, secondary brake, and park brakeResponsible for the safe and skilled performance of the following tasks: spotting at shovel, loading, traveling, dumping on stockpiles, and dumping at crusherResponsible for having operational knowledge of equipment components such as: engine, transmission, planetary final drives, main drive line, nose cone assembly, torque converter, differential, and wet disc braking systemMay perform and assist with operations support activities such as, housekeeping, barricading, cable moves, and ground support activitiesMay perform minor maintenance activitiesPerform other duties as required