• Plant Operator

    Aerotek (Petersburg, VA)


    Job Title: Plant Operator

    Job Description

    Join a dynamic mining company committed to sustainable practices by extracting minerals from the ground and rehabilitating the land. As a Plant Operator, you will be integral to maintaining operations at state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring efficient production and quality control.

    Responsibilities

    + Record downtime and instrument readings accurately.

    + Observe and control the volume of slurry entering concentrator circuits.

    + Assist in service line relocation, tails line installation, and mining unit relocation.

    + Maintain metallurgical circuits to ensure product quality.

    + Start up and shut down all circuits and equipment in the mining area.

    + Operate heavy equipment, ideally with forklift experience.

    + Perform minor maintenance repairs and obtain concentrate samples.

    + Conduct basic housekeeping using water hoses and pressure washers.

    + Assist Engineering and Mining Production teams on maintenance repair days.

    + Observe and adhere to safety rules, reporting violations to the Mining Team Leader.

    + Monitor process flow and PLC controls, rotating between computer screens and plant operations.

    Essential Skills

    + Blueprint reading and machine operating skills.

    + Mechanical inclination and plant equipment operation experience.

    + 2-3 years in chemical operating or a similar field.

    + 1-2 years in heavy industry or outside work.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Valid driver's license to drive between the two plant locations.

    + Proficiency in using hand tools and moving service lines.

    + Ability to operate and drive motor vehicles.

    + Capability to perform tasks within physical requirements and pass all technical and equipment training.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This role offers direct hire opportunities with long-term placements in a company that values its relationship with the local community. The company operates on leased lands, ensuring environmental restoration post-mining. Employees benefit from a supportive team environment and opportunities for career growth.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, requiring adaptability to different elements. Employees must be prepared for metal grading and heights, as well as hot conditions, especially in the main plant where temperatures can reach 100 degrees year-round. The role involves moderate lifting, exposure to excessive heat, humidity, cold, noise, and dust. The ability to work on scaffolding, maintain muscular coordination, and have excellent vision including color perception is essential. The job requires substantial walking and the ability to work alone or closely with others in various natural elements such as water, mud, and dirt.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Petersburg, Virginia.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $56160.00/yr.

     

    Will get a copy from Management

     

    Eligible to sign up immediately for Medical, Dental, Vision etc.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Petersburg,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.