Miner

REDPATH MINING; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Redpath Mining Inc. is seeking an experienced Underground Miner to inspect and operate heavy underground equipment, install ground support and perform blasting tasks to advance tunnels and shafts.

The role emphasizes safety, precise drilling, rock bolting and timely maintenance in a demanding underground environment. The successful candidate will read engineering prints, follow Standard Work, manage confined spaces, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Underground miners typically need a high school diploma or GED.
• Post-secondary mining degree encouraged.
• 2–3 years of underground mining experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations; MSHA certification required by site.
• Ability to read and understand engineering prints.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment before and after use.
• Operate one or more mining machines per Standard Work.
• Identify unsafe conditions underground.
• Scale back walls to maintain safety.
• Drill holes with pneumatic tools or bolter.
• Install rock bolts and ground support.
• Load and detonate explosives to control blasting.
• Operate LHD, bolters, scissor trucks, shotcrete sprayers.
• Maintain safety and support mining advance.
• Perform routine maintenance on mining machinery.
• Follow safety directives and Redpath policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school/GED

Two-year mining associate degree encouraged

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary role of Miner is to inspect existing underground headings, scale loose rocks, install ground support to stabilize rock mass, drill, blast, operate mining machinery, construct tunnels, passageways and shafts to facilitate mining operations safely. The tasks may involve the operation of scaling bars, pneumatic hand-held drills, use of rubber-tired underground mobile equipment such as LHD (Load-Haul-Dump) units, mechanized bolters, scissor trucks, shotcrete sprayers and other support vehicles in a confined environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To conduct pre-start and post-operation inspections of the assigned equipment.
• To operate one (1) or more of the following equipment in accordance with established Standard Work
• Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings - high level of alertness required.
• Scale back and walls as required to make the workplace safe.
• Drill holes using hand-held pneumatic drills or drill-boom mounted on bolter.
• Insert rock bolt following approved method of installation.
• Install other ground support components as required such as welded wire mesh and shotcrete.
• Install or fix existing mines services such as vent tubing and pipes using various lifting equipment such as scissor trucks, chain blocks and hand tools.
• Load explosives, set fuses, and detonate explosives to produce desired blasting patterns and rock fragmentation in underground mines.
• Operate scooptram, load-haul-dump (LHD) machine or mucking machine to load and haul ore from stopes, drifts and drawpoints to ore passes.
• Perform duties required to ensure safety and to support the mining advance, such as scaling loose rock from walls and roof, drilling and installing rock bolts, extending and installing air and water pipes, operating ore loading machinery, inspecting mine shafts, operating hoists that transport people, equipment and materials through mine shafts, and constructing timber supports and cribbing if required.
• Perform routine maintenance of mining machinery.
• Operates multiple pieces of powered and non-powered mining equipment such as rock drills, muckers, forklifts, bolters, loaders, haulers, scalers etc. to complete daily tasks.
• Drill, blast, operate mining machinery, and perform related duties to extract ore in underground mines and to construct tunnels, passageways and shafts to facilitate mining operations.
• Assess all excavations and install ground support in development or reconditioned areas as per plan and section as the development progresses.
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Able to operate Single and Two Boom Jumbo, 6yd and 9yd Loaders, mechanized bolter, shotcrete equipment, handle explosives and load rounds in a safe and productive manner, install utilities such as ventilation and air/water pipe, understand confined space, fall protection, equipment isolation, and standards and procedures, be responsible to keep work areas safe and free of hazards, perform Field Level Risk Assessments, follow proper procedures to ensure safety and to control equipment damage, comprehend written and verbal instructions, follow safety directives and ensure compliance with Redpath’s policies and procedures.
• Comply with daily, weekly and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.
• If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements to be an eligible user of company vehicles. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Maintain confidentiality with respect to Redpath and client information.
• Complies with and ensure compliance with Redpath’s Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals, handbooks, directives, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Able to work in excess of 40 hours a week, overtime, day and nights, weekends, holidays and shift rotations.
• Compliance with Redpath Core Competencies is an essential duty and responsibility.
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Assist other job functions as required.
• May operate equipment such as forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment.

Procedures (SWP)

• Spraymec
• Scoop
• bolter
• Truck
• Scissor Lift
• Jammer
• IT Loader
• JCB Telehandler
• JCB Basket Telehandler
• Forklift
• Transmixer
• L Motor Grader

Working Conditions, Physical And Mental Demands

• Exposure to the majority of underground mining mobile equipment types and manufacturers.
• Exposure to vibrations, dirt, dust, high and/or low temperatures, loud noise and hazardous substances such as explosives.
• Exposure to various fluids such as fuel, grease, oil, hydraulic, etc.
• Varied and challenging work environments (confined spaces underground) and in remote locations.
• A high level of physical effort is required.
• Includes working in different and changing environments and conditions in both surface and underground mining operations.
• Regular periods of extended physical exertion, walking (even and uneven surfaces), standing, lifting, kneeling, climbing, pulling, seeing, tactile sense, visual acuity (color, depth perception and field of vision), hearing, pushing, stooping, grasping, repetitive motion, etc.
• Work is done in isolation and in the vicinity of working and moving equipment in both surface and underground mining environments.
• Requires a high level of alertness to detect and report various hazards.
• Exposure to deadlines, multiple demands, distractions and interruptions.
• Wear PPE such as hardhat, gloves, glasses, metatarsal boots and double hearing protection
• Wear half face and full face respirators when task requires, infrequently but up to 12 hours a day
• Stand and walk for 12 hours
• Raise arms and work overhead for extended periods
• Lift up to 50lbs frequently
• Lift over 100lbs occasionally
• Operate vibrating machines with hands for extended periods
• Operate equipment over rough and bumpy terrain.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Underground miners typically need a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.
• Post-secondary education, two-year associate degree in mining technology or a similar field encouraged.

Work Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in underground mining operations.
• Experience working with mining associated mobile heavy equipment, tools, etc.

Knowledge Required

• Must be able to demonstrate proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of the mining industry underground environment
• Ability to read and understand engineering prints (civil work, structural work, rock excavation work).
• Knowledge and understanding of mine regulations pertaining to construction in mining.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, both verbal and written.
• High level of attention to detail, neatness and accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass background clearance check, drug screening and physical.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Health and Safety

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
• Abide by Company Health and Safety standards and report any unsafe acts or conditions to a supervisor and/or a member of the management team.
• Responsible for the use of all safety equipment, i.e., lanyards, warning signs and labeling, according to company rules and applicable legislation.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.
• Must have knowledge of OSHA and MSHA legislation and know how to effectively use Safety Data Sheets (SDS). MSHA Certification is required by site.
• Follow Client on-site Health and Safety requirements.
• Completes Risk Assessments for each and every new and out of the ordinary task.