Miner 2 - Longhole Blaster (East Tennessee Mines)

Nyrstar Group; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Miner 2 - Longhole Blaster for their operations in East Tennessee. The role involves drilling and blasting to advance development while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must possess a Blasting License and have substantial experience in underground mining techniques. This is a full-time, non-management position offering opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience of underground hard rock mining.
• Blasting License required.
• Experience in mine specific equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Marking and drilling holes per the correct angles.
• Proper handling and loading of explosives.
• Maintain hauling efficiency and correct loading procedures.

Skills

Underground hard rock mining

Drilling

Blasting

Mucking

Map reading

Safety compliance

Ground support activities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Miner 2 - Longhole Blaster (East Tennessee Mines)

THE ROLE
The purpose of this job is to safely and efficiently advance capital and secondary development waste at the Nyrstar Tennessee Mine operation. The Miner 2 must be able to perform all mining tasks: drilling, blasting, bolting, scaling, mucking, map reading, drift online and grade, and advance utilities.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Marking the face with the appropriate drill pattern
• Drilling holes parallel and on correct angles
• Cleaning, scratching, and marking holes
• Shovel lifters when the heading is complete
• Comply with MSHA & ATF explosives regulations and requirements
• Proper handling and loading of explosives
• Minimizing explosive waste
• Detonation of explosives (licensed blasters)
• Accurately complete blast report as per regulations
• Hand scaling
• Ensures all hoses and other auxiliary services are neatly stored
• Maintains hauling efficiency by managing working environment conditions
• Maintains proper housekeeping and tidiness
• Follows correct loading and dumping procedures
• Inspects and assesses site conditionsto determine scaling and bolting requirements
• Erects barricadesto prevent unauthorized access if necessary
• Wetting down headings for dust suppression
• Ensures services (air, water) are advanced
• Installs appropriate bolts and screen to specified pattern and spacing
• Step-Up Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrates the ability to perform Supervisor duties
• Minimum 5years’ experience of underground hard rock mining
• Rapid development experience desired
• Experience in mine specific equipment
• Excels in Jumbo and ground support activities
• Sound understanding of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities
• Blasting License
• Experience loading emulsion and loading upholes
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Department: External
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position

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