What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aggregate Pit Operations Manager position at Landmark Excavating?
Position Overview
The Pit Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a material crushing and hauling pit, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. This role combines leadership with hands-on involvement—directing personnel, scheduling operations, coordinating with hauling crews, and stepping into equipment operation when necessary to maintain production flow.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Plan, organize, and supervise daily pit operations including drilling, blasting (if applicable), crushing, screening, stockpiling, and hauling.
- Monitor material quality, production targets, and efficiency to meet company goals.
- Coordinate with trucking/hauling teams to ensure timely material delivery.
- Oversee equipment scheduling, fueling, and maintenance to minimize downtime.
Leadership & Personnel
- Lead, train, and manage pit crew, equipment operators, and support staff.
- Assign tasks and monitor performance, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
- Foster a positive work culture with accountability, teamwork, and communication.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between pit operations and company leadership.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce compliance with MSHA, OSHA, and company safety standards.
- Conduct and document safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments.
- Ensure environmental and regulatory requirements are followed (dust control, water management, reclamation, etc.).
Equipment & Hands-On Support
- Operate heavy equipment (loaders, crushers, haul trucks, excavators) as needed to support production.
- Troubleshoot and assist with mechanical issues to keep production moving.
- Maintain accurate production records, equipment logs, and personnel timesheets.
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in aggregate production, mining, or excavation operations (including at least 2 years in a leadership or foreman role).
- Strong knowledge of crushing and screening processes, material handling, and equipment operation.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to operate loaders, excavators, haul trucks, and other pit equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to step into multiple roles to support operations.
- Working knowledge of MSHA/OSHA safety regulations.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certifications preferred.
Skills & Attributes
- Leadership: Ability to motivate and direct a team with fairness and consistency.
- Communication: Clear, respectful, and professional with crew, leadership, and clients.
- Adaptability: Willing to switch from management duties to hands-on equipment operation.
- Safety Mindset: Committed to creating and maintaining a safe workplace.
- Organizational: Able to schedule, plan, and track production, people, and equipment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay (based on experience).
- Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Career development and training opportunities.