Continuous Miner Operator (Mach)

Foresight Energy; Macedonia (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Foresight Energy is seeking an experienced Continuous Miner Operator to support underground coal extraction. You will operate the miner, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hands-on experience, hold Underground MSHA Experienced Miner Training, and demonstrate a strong commitment to safe, efficient operations. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating a Continuous Miner underground.
• Current Underground MSHA Experienced Miner Training is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate miner to gather coal and convey it to shuttle cars or other haulage equipment.
• Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations.
• Reposition miner to make additional holes or cuts.
• Drive miner into position at working face.
• Monitor extraction operations and safety compliance.
• Observe equipment operation to detect malfunctions and address issues.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs to miner.

Skills

Continuous Miner Operator

Education

Underground MSHA Experienced Miner Training

Job description

• Operate miner to gather coal and convey it to shuttle cars or other haulage equipment
• Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations
• Reposition miner to make additional holes or cuts
• Drive miner into position at working face
• Experience in operating miner safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Company Policy, State Laws, and Federal Laws
• Observe and listen to equipment operation to detect binding or stoppage of tools or other equipment malfunctions
• Monitor extraction operations
• Knowledge to be able to perform routine maintenance and repairs to miner

Requirements

• 2 + years experience as a Continuous Miner Operator
• Current Underground MSHA Experienced Miner Training

Benefits

• Compensation at an attractive hourly rate of $35.19.
• In addition, there's potential to earn various bonuses based on safety, production metrics, and attendance.
• At Foresight Energy, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. We offer an outstanding wage and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid holidays; vacation time; and so much more.