What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Machinery Operator | Advanced Mining Technology position at Comrise?
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Location: Morgan Hill, CA (On-site) Pay Rate: $45.00 / Hourly Employment Type: Full-time Contract (Usually 30 hours/week) Opportunity End Date: May 4, 2026
About the Role
Comrise is helping our client find Heavy Machinery Operators to support the safe operation and testing of large-scale mining vehicles. In this role, you will operate 20-ton vehicles, perform inspections, and provide critical feedback to engineering teams to improve autonomous system functionality and reliability.
Work Schedule
This role features a unique, alternating shift structure consisting of 12-hour shifts:
- Week 1: 3 days on / 4 days off.
- Week 2: 4 days on / 3 days off.
- Note: Candidates may train in Sunnyvale, CA, for the first week before transitioning to the Morgan Hill site.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Vehicle Operation: Safely operate 20-ton mining vehicles and other fleet equipment as needed.
- Engineering Feedback: Provide essential written and oral feedback on system performance directly to the engineering team.
- Inspections: Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and DVIRs.
- Field Support: Travel as required (up to 50%) to support field operations and testing activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience: 5 years of verifiable heavy machinery operator experience.
- Precision Driving: Comfortable driving and backing 20-ton vehicles and driving for extended periods.
- Licensing: A valid CDL A driver’s license is a plus but not required.
- Safety Record: A clean MVR (no more than 2 minor violations in 3 years) and no preventable accidents in the last 3 years.
- Compliance: Must pass a background check, road test, and all DOT requirements including a Drug Test, MVR, and Physical.
- Tech-Forward: An interest in driver assistance and autonomous technology with an openness to learning new skills.
Why Join the Team?
This is a high-impact position within a fast-growing autonomous vehicle company. You will play a vital role in testing cutting-edge mining technology while maintaining the highest safety and professional standards.
Ready to apply?
If you are a safety-focused professional ready for a rewarding contract opportunity, apply here today!
Salary : $45