Maintenance Foreman - Underground

Maple Eagle Complex; Powellton (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackhawk Mining, LLC in West Virginia seeks an experienced electrical supervisor to direct repair work and supervise maintenance of mine equipment in a safe, efficient manner. The role requires hands-on oversight of electrical systems, hydraulic knowledge, and the ability to read prints.

Applicants should hold valid certifications in mine electrical systems and gas testing; EMT-M preferred. The position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting of maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Direct the electrical repair work to ensure safe, efficient completion.
• Supervise all maintenance on mobile and stationary equipment in the assigned area.
• Perform regular permissible checks on electrical equipment.
• Oversee the preventive maintenance program for the assigned area.
• Ensure all electrical/maintenance reports required by law or policy are completed.
• Inspect equipment to ensure operating condition and remove from service for repairs.

Responsibilities

• Direct the electrical repair work to ensure safe, efficient completion.
• Supervise maintenance on mobile and stationary equipment in the assigned area.
• Conduct regular permissible checks on electrical equipment.
• Oversee the preventive maintenance program for the area.
• Evaluate equipment life for rebuilds or replacements.

Skills

Mine electrical systems

Hydraulics

Read prints

Education

Certified Miner

Gas testing Certification

EMT-M

Job description

• Direct the electrical repair work to ensure safe efficient completion.
• Supervise all maintenance to mobile and stationary equipment in assigned area.
• Regular permissible checks on all electrical equipment.
• Oversee the preventive maintenance program for assigned area.
• See that all electrical/maintenance reports required by law or company policy are completed.
• Regular inspection of equipment to ensure operating condition and removing from service for repair when required.
• Order parts and supplies for repair work.
• Participate in the evaluation of equipment life as to rebuilds or replacements.
• Knowledgeable in mine electrical systems.
• Knowledge of Hydraulics.
• Able to read prints.
• Certification in Low, Medium and High Voltage.
• Certified Miner
• Gas testing Certification.
• EMT-M (preferred)

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