Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Trainer/Project Manager

Maquoketachamber; Iowa; Remote; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 20 days + holidays starting

Summer Fridays off

Retirement plan with IPERS or TIAA

Health, vision, dental coverage

Life insurance (employer paid)

Long Term Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Professional development reimbursement

Employee discounts & EAP

Job summary

Eastern Iowa Community College District seeks a MSHA Trainer/Project Manager to deliver Part 46/48 training, develop safety programming, and support mine operators statewide through education, compliance guidance, and project management. Remote-first with travel to mining facilities, colleges, and partner organizations.

The role expands training capacity by providing instruction, technical assistance, and safety solutions aligned with the MSHA State Grant Program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
• Be current on the applicable New Miner and Annual Refresher training.
• Minimum 3 years verifiable mining experience within the last 5 years.
• Successful completion of an MSHA-accepted instructor training course, or ability to complete the course within six months of employment.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations, standards, and training requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• Ability to travel statewide as needed for training delivery and mine site support.

Responsibilities

• Instruct MSHA Part 46, Part 48A, and Part 48B courses in accordance with MSHA-approved training plans.
• Deliver New Miner, Annual Refresher, site-specific, and task training.
• Provide short-topic safety refreshers and specialized courses (e.g., electrical safety, haulage equipment, dredging operations, PPE, silica dust hazards).
• Use interactive instructional methods including videos, role play, case studies, and hands‑on demonstrations including virtual reality simulations.
• Ensure student learning outcomes are achieved and documented.
• Evaluate and record student performance; provide regular feedback.
• Maintain a safe instructional environment for students and staff.

Skills

MSHA training knowledge

Mining experience

Travel willingness

MSHA regulations knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

124 S. Main St. Suite 2, Maquoketa, lA 52060

Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Trainer/Project Manager

This full-time position is responsible for delivering Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46 and Part 48 training, developing new safety programming, and supporting statewide mine operators through education, compliance guidance, and project management. The MSHA Trainer/Project Manager will expand EICC’s MSHA training capacity by providing instruction, technical assistance, and specialized safety solutions aligned with the goals of the MSHA State Grant Program.

This position offers a strong work–life balance with statewide travel as needed to support mine sites, community colleges, and partner organizations. Training may be delivered in-person, virtually, or onsite at mining facilities.

This position will be primarily remote with frequent travel required.

Excellent benefits package:

• Administrative salaried staff receive Paid time off annually starting at 20 daysof vacation, 14 days sick, 2 days of personal time. In addition to paid holidays off, including a week in December.
• Summer Fridays off – shift rotation for those positions that require daily coverage
• Retirement plan with 9.44% employer contribution (IPERS or TIAA option), employees contribute 6.29%, plus additional retirement options
• Health, vision, and dental coverage
• Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance
• Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Professional development and education reimbursement benefits
• State employee discounts for cell phones, hotels, museums, etc. Employee Assistance Program

To be considered for this position, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. EICC is unable to sponsor employment visas.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and industry experience
• Be current on the applicable New Miner and Annual Refresher training
• Minimum 3 years verifiable mining experience within the last 5 years
• Successful completion of an MSHA-accepted instructor training course, or ability to complete the course within six months of employment.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations, standards, and training requirements
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
• Ability to travel statewide as needed for training delivery and mine site support

Preferred Qualifications

• Current MSHA Approved Part 48 Instructor (“Blue Card”) for both:
  • Surface mining (Subpart B)
  • Underground mining (Subpart A)
• Mine safety training experience (surface, underground, quarry, sand & gravel, dredging, or contractor safety)
• Experience developing or delivering MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 training
• Experience with site-specific or task training curriculum development
• Experience with OSHA, industrial safety, or contractor orientation programs
• Experience with drone safety applications, simulation-based training, or emergency response instruction

Physical Demands

• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and job-specific tools
• Lifting up to 50 pounds to a height of three feet
• Ability to perform duties related to mine site environments including lifting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, stooping, turning/twisting, balancing, reaching, and handling with varying frequencies
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects
• Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to having the ability to lift audio-visual equipment out of a vehicle for on-site training (weight amount will vary depending on training), stand, bend, stoop, reach, climb, push, pull, carry, demonstrate safety procedures

Salary Starting Range: $79,000.00-$98,800.00/Year

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Training & Instruction

• Instruct MSHA Part 46, Part 48A, and Part 48B courses in accordance with MSHA-approved training plans.
• Deliver New Miner, Annual Refresher, site-specific, and task training.
• Provide short-topic safety refreshers and specialized courses (e.g., electrical safety, haulage equipment, dredging operations, PPE, silica dust hazards).
• Use interactive instructional methods including videos, role play, case studies, and hands‑on demonstrations including virtual reality simulations.
• Ensure student learning outcomes are achieved and documented.
• Evaluate and record student performance; provide regular feedback.
• Maintain a safe instructional environment for students and staff.

Program Development & Expansion

• Develop engaging classroom, virtual, and hands‑on training materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Evaluate and regularly update training to reflect MSHA requirements, industry needs, and emerging safety priorities.
• Research and implement statewide initiatives, such as a Surface Mine Safety Academy, mobile training unit, and small‑mine support programs.
• Develop and deliver new training initiatives including:
  • Inspection readiness
  • Contractor safety and site‑specific hazard orientation
  • Workplace examination and hazard‑recognition training
  • Drone applications for mine safety, inspection, and mapping
  • Remote mine‑site first aid and emergency response
  • Reclamation‑related safety education
  • Simulation‑based mobile equipment and powered haulage training
  • Conveyor, crusher, plant, and maintenance safety programs

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain current MSHA instructor certification and regulatory knowledge.
• Properly complete MSHA Form 5000-23 and all required EICC documentation.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA State Grant Program SOPs, including:
  • Training/Funding Request Forms (Part 1 & Part 2)
  • Student Registration Forms
  • Student Course Evaluations
  • Summary of Student/Instructor Evaluations
  • Maintain accurate training records and distribute required forms to partner colleges.

Statewide Support & Industry Engagement

• Provide consistent statewide support to Iowa mines, especially small operators and new sites.
• Assist mine operators with compliance questions, training plan reviews, and documentation organization.
• Partner with industry partners to ensure adequate training capacity.
• Coordinate with EICC EMS faculty on emergency response training development.
• Assist with recruitment and retention of students and industry partners.
• Engage Iowa community colleges in MSHA grant outreach, collaboration, and training delivery.

Professionalism & Communication

• Maintain professionalism in all instructional and industry environments.
• Communicate effectively with students, mine operators, contractors, and community college partners.
• Use email and computer technology to manage training schedules, documentation, and communication.
• Refer students to Academic Support and Student Services as needed.

Additional Postings available from Eastern Iowa Community College District/CCC - Maquoketa Center

124 S. Main St. Suite 2, Maquoketa, lA 52060

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