Heavy Equipment Operator
Wallstreet Sand Co. is the premier frac sand producer in west Texas, setting the standard for reliability, performance and operational excellence across wet and dry sand operations. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class wet and dry frac sand solutions through disciplined operations, a safety-first culture, and strong partnerships—supporting the performance, efficiency, and success of the oil and gas industry across west Texas.
We are seeking dependable, hardworking Heavy Equipment Operators (HEO) to join our frac sand operations team in Kermit, Texas. We are currently hiring for positions in both our Dry Plant and Loadout departments.
These are physically demanding positions in a fast-paced industrial environment. The work is performed outdoors in the Permian Basin desert and requires individuals who are comfortable working long hours in heat, dust, wind, and changing weather conditions while maintaining a strong focus on safety and production.
We are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic who take pride in reliability, accountability, and working as part of a team. Candidates with backgrounds in frac sand, mining, construction, agriculture, ranching, oilfield, trucking, heavy labor, or other outdoor industrial environments are encouraged to apply.
Wallstreet Sand Co. offers excellent growth opportunities for motivated employees looking to build a long-term career in the frac sand industry.
Responsibilities:
- Operating loaders, skid steers, offroad forklifts, and other heavy equipment used in sand processing operations
- Feeding the dry plant and maintaining material flow through dryers, screens, and conveyors
- Monitoring plant conditions and supporting production operations
- Assisting maintenance personnel with inspections and minor repairs
- Performing housekeeping and maintaining safe working conditions throughout the plant
- Working in elevated temperatures, dusty conditions, and physically demanding environments
- Safely operate heavy equipment within site and manufacturer guidelines
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and safety checks
- Report mechanical issues and safety concerns promptly
- Follow all MSHA regulations and company safety policies
- Complete required shift reports and operational paperwork
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Support plant housekeeping and operational reliability efforts
Requirements
- Heavy equipment operating experience (loaders, skid steers, etc.)
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended shifts
- Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather and industrial conditions
- Ability to work a 14/7 rotating schedule including days and nights
- Strong attendance, reliability, and safety mindset
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, labor-intensive environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous frac sand plant, mining, aggregate, oilfield, construction, agricultural, or ranching experience
- MSHA training or willingness to obtain certification
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to assist with basic equipment maintenance
- Experience working long hours outdoors in physically demanding roles
- Experience operating front end loaders in high-volume production environments (equipment operators)
- Experience loading hoppers, bins, crushers, or similar feed systems while maintaining consistent material flow (equipment operators)
- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment in close quarters around conveyors, structures, trucks, and other operating equipment (equipment operators)
- Experience working in environments requiring precise equipment control and strong situational awareness (equipment operators)
What we offer:
- Competitive hourly wage plus per diem for each day worked
- Career advancement opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, as well as supplemental plans
Join our team and grow with us!
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable performing physically demanding labor for extended shifts, including climbing stairs, lifting, shoveling, housekeeping, and working around industrial equipment?
- How many years of heavy equipment operating experience do you have?
- Which types of equipment have you operated? (Example: front end loaders, skid steer, dozer, haul truck, etc.)
- Which industries have you worked in? (Example: frac sand, mining/aggregate, ranching/farming, agriculture, construction, etc.)
- Are you willing to perform housekeeping and general labor duties as needed to support safe plant operations?
- Are you available to reliably work a 14 days on / 7 days off rotation with 12-hour shifts rotating between days and nights each hitch?
- Are you comfortable working outdoors in the Permian Basin desert where heat, dust, wind, and noise are part of the daily demands?
Ability to Commute:
- Kermit, TX 79745 (Required)
Work Location: In person
