Electrician

Westmoreland Mining LLC; Colstrip (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmoreland Mining LLC is seeking an electrical maintenance professional for surface coal mining operations. Responsibilities include maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, inspection and cleaning of all electrical equipment, with the ability to operate equipment used to move cable and portable gear.

Ideal candidates will have surface coal mine electrical maintenance experience and MSHA certification, with strong knowledge of AC/DC theory, test procedures and electrical codes.

Qualifications

• Surface coal mine electrical maintenance experience required or preferred
• Strong working knowledge of AC and DC theory and equipment
• Knowledge of test procedures, safe work practices, and electrical codes
• Experience with low, medium and high voltage equipment and electronic controls as applied to large mining equipment

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, inspection and cleaning of all electronic and electrical equipment
• Operate equipment necessary to move cable and portable equipment

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Education

MSHA Certification

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION DUTIES:

Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, inspection and cleaning of all electronic and electrical equipment. Must be able to operate equipment necessary to move cable and portable equipment.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicant with surface coal mine electrical maintenance experience and MSHA certification preferred. Must possess a strong working knowledge of AC and DC theory and equipment, test procedures, safe work practices, and electrical codes. Knowledge and work experience with low, medium and high voltage equipment and electronic controls as applied to large mining equipment is desired of applicant.

Pre-employment physicals / drug screenings, personal & criminal backgrounds checks will be conducted on all candidates that receive a conditional offer. Successful applicant must possess a valid driver’s license through the duration of employment. Successful applicant must meet all insurability requirements as specified by Westmoreland’s policies or Driver’s insurance provider.