Electrician ( Patton )

Foresight Energy; Litchfield (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and vacation time

Safety and production bonuses

Job summary

Foresight Energy in Litchfield, Illinois is seeking a skilled maintenance technician with a strong background in electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting for underground operations. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of underground maintenance experience and relevant certifications. In addition to a competitive hourly wage of $36.23, the position offers various bonuses based on safety and production, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Candidates will be involved in the maintenance of face equipment, electrical systems, and must be MSHA certified. Join a dedicated team where safety and success are prioritized!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of underground experience.
• Certifications in electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Review & understand permissibility requirements.
• Service all face equipment to fit in mining cycle.
• Troubleshoot & install leaky feeder & fiber optic cables.

Skills

Underground maintenance experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Education

MSHA Certified Electrical Card

Illinois Electrical Certificate

Job description

Experience in a wide range of maintenance preferred. Preventative maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Review & understand permissibility requirements
• Proper splicing & troubleshooting techniques for underground cables
• Service all face equipment to fit in mining cycle
• Read electrical prints for equipment
• Perform chain & crawler maintenance
• Proper cribbing and blocking techniques
• Operate all face equipment
• Maintain CO monitor & communications
• Troubleshoot & install leaky feeder & fiber optic cables
• Fire suppression testing
• Downshift – change major components on all equipment
• Fix sensors on shield electrics & troubleshoot electrics
• Grease all appropriate components
• Change backflush filter and water pump filters

Qualifications

• 2 + years of underground experience
• MSHA Certified Electrical Card holder & Illinois Electrical Certificate

Benefits

Compensation at an attractive hourly rate of $36.23.

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.