Leer South Mine - Longwall Operator

Core Natural Resources, Inc.; Philippi (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Leer South Mining Complex in Philippi, West Virginia, seeks an experienced Longwall Operator to join our safety‑driven mining team. You will safely operate longwall face equipment and support efficient coal production in underground conditions.

Requirements include at least three years of underground mining experience, WV underground certification or equivalent, and strong teamwork and communication skills. The position reports to the Longwall Coordinator and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of underground mining experience.
• Experience as a production operator in Longwall coal mining.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate longwall face equipment safely and efficiently.
• Promote Core Values: Safety, Sustainability & Continuous Improvement.
• Communicate clearly with mine management and co-workers.
• Maintain alignment of longwall face and mining horizon.
• Adhere to MSHA/state regulations and company policies.

Skills

Underground mining

Longwall experience

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

WV underground certification

Job description

If you are looking to join a quality team with an industry leading safety culture, an employer of choice within the mining industry ' we'd like to invite you to explore an exciting career opportunity with Leer South (Wolf Run Mining, LLC). Core’s Leer South facility boast a "best in class" reserve life providing employee stability and opportunities for professional growth while providing excellent compensation and outstanding benefits, such as medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement savings, and educational assistance.

Leer South (Wolf Run Mining, LLC) is a world-class mining company producing essential resources for steel manufacturing worldwide Leer South (Wolf Run Mining, LLC) is one of the largest employers in the region and takes pride in our positive employee relations and community support activities. Leer South (Wolf Run Mining, LLC) is looking for a Longwall Operator to join our successful team in Philippi, West Virginia.

Job Title : Longwall Operator

Grade : $39.35/hour

Job Location : Leer South Mining Complex (Philippi, WV)

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Accept, embrace, and promote the following Core Values of Core Natural Resources: Safety, Sustainability & Continuous Improvement.
• Must safely, effectively, and efficiently work and respond to changing conditions within the mine.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient production of coal and/or assistance in the production of coal in general work areas.
• Willing to lead, take charge and offer opinions and direction.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of mine management and co-workers.
• Ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Requires being responsible and dependable while fulfilling work obligations.
• Requires attention to detail and must be thorough in completing work tasks.
• Establish and maintain personally challenging achievement goals.
• Must comply with company and mine policies regarding Absenteeism, Personal Conduct, and Harassment as well as all policies, standards and expectations as outlined by mine management.
• Must comply with regulatory agencies including MSHA and state regulatory agencies.
• Must ensure that body mechanics, equipment, and tools are utilized in a safe and responsible manner.

• Must be able to properly operate all longwall face equipment

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Minimum of three years of underground mining experience
• Experience as a production operator in Longwall coal mining
• WV underground certification required; or equivalent time to test for certification.

• Must have experience navigating the above-mentioned longwall equipment through adverse geology conditions.
• Must have experience maintaining the longwall face alignment and proper mining horizon.
• Must be able to work as scheduled and assigned.
• Must be able to work safely and effectively as a part of a team.Must be able to perform heavy work as defined by the Dictionary of Occupational Titles which may include but not limited to lift, carry, pull/push, climb, shovel, walk, or pry. *Physical demands of the job are subject to change based on industry demands
• Must be able to work on/near moving equipment as required by job.
• Must be able to understand and grasp mining concepts and safety strategies.

• Excellent interpersonal skills

POSITION WILL REPORT TO: Longwall Coordinator

Core Natural Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive full and fair consideration for employment. M/F/Disability/Vet