Covia is a leading supplier of minerals and material solutions to the industrial and energy markets. Covia’s rich legacy includes many achievements across industries and capital success through partnership. Our ability to deliver the right product, to the right place, at the right time, is unmatched. Just as strong is our commitment to building partnerships that help our customers succeed.

Quality and innovation are at the foundation of Covia; but our real strength is our people. Covia employs a diverse and highly skilled team of professionals to convert natural minerals into engineered solutions for our customers. Every member of our team has a valuable opportunity to help shape our future and make a positive impact on the world around us through our commitment to the locations where we live and work.

COVIA IS COMMITTED TO EMBRACING AND PROMOTING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (D&I) WHERE WE WORK, WITH WHOM WE DO BUSINESS, AND WHERE WE LIVE.  We strive to create an inclusive culture where diversity is valued and respected and where all feel included and engaged. We are intentional in our efforts to bring Team Members together and create opportunities to contribute their unique skills, experiences, and perspectives in the pursuit of Covia’s business growth objectives.  Enabling all Team Members to perform at their best while being themselves is fundamental to the Clearly Covia Values and Culture.

Covia is looking for a dynamic Maintenance Intern who will have a positive impact on the Operations Team at several of Covia’s locations.  As an Operations Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and participate in the various aspects of operating a successful plant as well as participating in an assigned project to benefit the operation.

 

The successful incumbent will have the following Key Accountabilities:

Safety

Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the mine. If the worker has information that other persons need to know to fulfil their obligations or duties under the CFR, or to protect themselves from the risk of injury or illness, to give the information to the other persons Work or carry out the worker’s activities in a way that does not expose the worker or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk Ensure, to the extent of the responsibilities and duties allocated to the worker or person, that the work and activities under the worker’s control, supervision, or leadership is conducted in a way that does not expose the worker or person or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk To the extent of the worker’s or person’s involvement, to participate in and conform to the risk management practices of the operation Comply with instructions given for safety and health of persons by the mine operator or a supervisor at the operation Work at the operation only if the worker is in a fit condition to carry out the work without affecting the safety and health of others

General  

Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors Operate equipment in a safe manner which is most efficient and reduces damage, downtime, and quality issues Complete required paperwork in an orderly, accurate, and professional fashion Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

 Operations  

Perform plant maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs associated with all on-site equipment Fabricate new equipment or repair components for the plant’s machinery Cut/weld components within the plant Complete electrical component installations Maintain housekeeping in the plant Proactively manage equipment to ensure availability and reliability targets are met Assist in the planning maintenance tasks

 

The successful incumbent will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

Pursuing a degree in Engineering (mining, mechanical, industrial, chemical, etc.) or a related field of study from an accredited university Interested in developing a career in Operations Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills The ability to think logically and communicate ideas with others Willingness to interact and thrive in a diverse group dynamic Demonstrate analytical and business skills

 

 

At Covia, we strive for and support a diverse workforce as we firmly believe this lays the foundation of our success.  Our compelling culture supports inclusion, individuality and respect within the workplace.  We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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