Black Thunder Mine - Plant Operator Tech

Core Natural Resources, Inc.; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Natural Resources, Inc. in Gillette, WY, USA is seeking a general labor role to support plant maintenance, wash downs, and housekeeping. You will assist millwrights and electricians, understand plant designs, and may progress to operating equipment. Must meet core values and work well in a team, with reliable attendance.

Applicants should be comfortable with rotating shifts and adverse conditions, and a high school diploma is preferred. Valid driver’s license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a work ethic that allows daily performance with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willing to work in adverse conditions including extreme heat, cold, dust, rain, snow and wind; exposure to grease and dirt.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work rotating shifts.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform general labor, including plant wash downs and housekeeping.
• Understand plant designs and processes with plant equipment and facilities.
• Assist plant millwrights and plant electricians with repair work.
• Potential progression to loading trains, hot water generator operation, maintenance repair, plant troubleshooting and heavy equipment operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Work Ethic

Interpersonal/Communication

Team Player

Reliability/Attendance

Adaptability

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Gillette, WY, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Must meet our 3 core values; Safety, Sustainability and Continuous Improvements.
• Safely perform general labor, including plant wash downs and housekeeping.
• Understanding plant designs and processes with plant equipment and facilities.
• Assist plant millwrights and plant electricians with all repair work.
• With demonstrated ability, this position can progress to loading trains, hot water generator operation, maintenance repair, plant troubleshooting and heavy equipment operation.
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a work ethic that allows him/her to demonstrate his/her ability daily with minimal supervision.
• Must have excellent interpersonal/communication skills and an ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Must be willing to work in adverse conditions including, but not limited to, extreme heat, cold, dust, rain, snow and wind, as well as frequent contact with grease and dirt.
• Must demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Plant and/or general heavy maintenance experience is strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.