Loadout Operator - Frac Sand Plant
trinity staffing servicesStockdale, TX
Loadout Operator - Frac Sand Plant
trinity staffing servicesStockdale, TXMid L4
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningTank Car, Truck, and Ship LoadersLoading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining
Industrial Sand MiningConstruction Sand and Gravel MiningSupport Activities for Nonmetallic Minerals (except Fuels) Mining
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Summary:
- A Loadout Operator oversees the safe, accurate, and efficient loading of frac sand into trucks or railcars at a mining or processing facility. This role ensures product quality, maintains equipment, and supports continuous plant operations while following strict safety and environmental standards.
- Key Responsibilities1. Sand Loading Operations
- Operate loadout systems to fill trucks or railcars with the correct sand type and tonnage.
- Verify truck/railcar identification, weight, and documentation before and after loading.
- Monitor automated loadout controls, conveyors, gates, and scales.
- Ensure proper distribution of sand to prevent overloading or uneven loading.2. Equipment Monitoring & Maintenance
- Inspect loadout equipment (conveyors, gates, scales, silos) for proper operation.
- Perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs.
- Report mechanical issues to maintenance teams promptly.
- Keep loadout areas clean and free of obstructions.3. Quality Control
- Confirm correct amount of sand is being loaded according to customer specifications.
- Monitor contamination risks, and product consistency.
- Communicate with plant operators about product flow or quality issues.4. Safety & Compliance
- Follow all MSHA safety regulations and site-specific safety protocols.
- Conduct pre-shift inspections and complete safety checklists.
- Use PPE correctly and maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment.
- Assist with emergency response procedures when required.5. Documentation & Communication
- Complete load tickets, scale logs, emails and shipping paperwork accurately.
- Communicate with truck drivers, dry plant operators and supervisors.
- Record production data and report any irregularities.
Skills & Qualifications:
RequiredComputer skills, professionalism, technical knowledge, and communication skills (bilingual preferred but not required).Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
Ability to work in outdoor, dusty, noisy environments.
Physical ability to climb ladders, lift 50+ lbs, and work long shifts.
Work Environment12-hour shifts, rotating days/nights depending on site.
Exposure to dust, vibration, heavy machinery, and extreme weather.
Fast-paced environment with strict safety expectations.
Work Location: In person
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Level
Mid L4
Location
Stockdale, TX
Occupation
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
Industry
Industrial Sand Mining
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