Field Technician

Nelson Brothers; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Brothers is seeking a hardworking individual for an open position at Alpha Mine in Beckley, WV. The role involves assisting the blaster, loading holes, and operating equipment to support blasting operations.

Responsibilities include daily vehicle and equipment checks, basic maintenance, loading products, and hole preparation, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork in a mining environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist blaster in charge with wiring of shot.
• Load holes using blend truck and blend truck pumps and equipment.
• Check trucks for any needed maintenance.
• Perform minor routine maintenance on truck and equipment.
• Load trucks with product.
• Prepare holes to receive product.
• Operate Bobcat stemming holes.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner, being responsible for the safety of yourself and the employees around you.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the Company.

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Alpha Mine - Beckley, WV 25801, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, Job Responsibilities:

• 1. Assist blaster in charge with wiring of shot.


• 2. Loads holes using blend truck and blend truck pumps and equipment.


• 3. Checks trucks for any needed maintenance.


• 4. Performs minor routine maintenance on truck and equipment.


• 5. Loads trucks with product.


• 6. Prepares holes to receive product.


• 7. Operates Bobcat stemming holes .


• 8. Performs all duties in a safe manner, being responsible for the safety of yourself and the employees around you.


• 9. Performs other duties as deemed necessary by the Company.

Operates following equipment:

• 1. Blend trucks


• 2. Bobcat

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:

• 1. High School Diploma (or equivalent)


• 2. Valid driver's license