Experienced Underground Miner - Copperstone Mine, Quartzsite, AZ

Small Mine Development, LLC; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life and short-term disability through

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Transportation to and from job site

Continuing Education

Job summary

Small Mine Development, LLC is seeking an Experienced Underground Miner for Quartzsite, AZ at the Copperstone Underground Mine. You will perform full cycle hard rock mining tasks under the site superintendent, executing development and rehabilitation work with a safety-first approach.

The position offers an 7 on 7 off schedule with 12-hour shifts, and eligibility for safety and production bonuses based on performance. Training and career advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Hold a current MSHA Certificate (5000-23) in underground metal/non-metal mining.
• Experience operating Sandvik and/or Atlas Copco/Epiroc jumbo drills and rock bolters.
• Experience operating underground haulage equipment such as articulated dump trucks and LHD loaders.
• Be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs and working in year-round conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of full cycle, hard rock mining.
• Carry out duties to ensure safety and support to mining advance.
• Development mining and rehabilitation of existing access.
• Follow SOPs and participate in risk assessments.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections on equipment.

Skills

Safety mindset

MSHA certification

Equipment operation experience

Heavy lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Jumbo drills

Rock bolters

Articulated dump trucks

LHD loaders

Job description

Small Mine Development builds and operates Americas underground mines. Our mission is to be the leader in safe, productive and innovative mining solutions. We are seeking motivated, self-starters, that can work safely while ensuring production goals are met. By joining our team, you will be tasked with hard yet very rewarding work that provides opportunities for career development and advancement.

Position:

Experienced Underground Miner

Pay Rate:

Competitive Hourly Wage (Depending on Experience) + safety and production bonus

Schedule:

7 on 7 off, 12-hour shifts. Rotating days and nights

Area:

Quartzsite, AZ Copperstone Underground Mine

General Position Overview

Under the direction of the site superintendent, underground miners are responsible for performing all aspects of full cycle, hard rock mining.

Duties And Responsibilities

Our underground miners are tasked with carrying out duties that ensure safety and support to the mining advance; consisting of development mining and rehabilitation of existing access.

• Scaling
• Muck-Haul
• Installing rock bolt ground support
• Face drilling Mechanized (jumbo) or jack leg when required
• Operating face loading equipment
• Installing/extending air, water and discharge lines
• Installing ventilation
• Hazard recognition and mitigation
• Participation in risk assessments and following SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Conducting thorough pre-operational inspections on equipment

Experience and Qualification Requirements

• Work with a safety-first mind set and maintain situational awareness at all times.
• Hold a current MSHA Certificate (5000-23) in underground metal/non-metal mining.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of all underground (hard rock) mining equipment applications.
• Have experience in operating Sandvik and or Atlas Copco/Epiroc jumbo drills and rock bolters.
• Be trained and experienced in operating underground haulage equipment articulated dump trucks and LHD loaders.
• Be competent with safety and procedures of loading and blasting face rounds and long hole stopes.
• Have experience and ability to efficiently install utilities.
• Have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and work in year-round weather conditions.

Beneficial Skills But Not Required

• Shotcrete application experience
• Operation experience of underground support equipment, e.g., skid steers, forklifts, manlifts, and other equipment.

Benefits

• 401k
• Enrollment in ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Various insurance offerings through Colonial, including life and short-term disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Transportation to and from job site
• Contributions to position specific Continuing Education

Small Mine Development, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a Drug Free Workplace. Career candidates must pass a drug screen.