Coal Prep Plant Operator: Safe, Skilled & Team-Focused

Warrior Met Coal; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Warrior Met Coal is seeking a Prep Plant Operator near Brookwood, Alabama. You will operate and monitor prep plant equipment to ensure efficient coal processing and maintain a safe work environment in line with the Warrior Way.

Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, managing stockpiles, and performing routine inspections while adhering to safety and environmental standards. The role supports a broad mining operation with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid equipment operation certifications, as required.
• Experience in coal preparation and plant equipment operations.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a coal processing environment.
• Maintain good punctuality and attendance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor prep plant equipment to ensure efficient coal processing.
• Push material with a bulldozer on steep slope stockpiles to manage stockpile size and push to feeders (ROM, Clean Coal, Train, and Barge Loadout Areas).
• Move and/or load material on stockpiles, trucks, and feeder hoppers (ROM, Clean Coal, Train, and Barge Loadout Areas).
• Bulldozers (D11 and smaller) Frontend Loaders (WA600, WA500) Load and unload materials on or from delivery trucks with a skid steer or telehandler forklift.
• Operate either rigid frame or articulating dump trucks.
• Set up, start, and maintain portable pumps, air compressors, generators, and light plants.
• Run water trucks and keep dust in compliance on roadways and yards.
• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of prep plant machinery.
• Follow all safety and environmental regulations to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Equipment operation certifications

Job description

Warrior Met Coal is seeking a Prep Plant Operator near Brookwood, Alabama. You will operate and monitor prep plant equipment to ensure efficient coal processing and maintain a safe work environment in line with the Warrior Way.

Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, managing stockpiles, and performing routine inspections while adhering to safety and environmental standards. The role supports a broad mining operation with opportunities for training and advancement.