Continuous Miner Operator (Patton)

Foresight Energy; Litchfield (IL); On-site; USD 39,994 - 56,961; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

Foresight Energy is seeking a Continuous Miner Operator in Litchfield, Illinois. You will be responsible for operating the miner to gather coal and ensuring safe and efficient operations while complying with laws and policies.

The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of experience in the role and must possess current Underground MSHA Experienced Miner Training. The position offers an attractive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Operating a Continuous Miner

Routine Maintenance and Repairs

Safety Compliance

Job description

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
• 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.