Miner 2 - Nyrstar East Tennessee Mines (East Tennessee Mines)

Nyrstar; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Miner 2 for their Tennessee Mine operation. This full-time role focuses on advancing mining operations while ensuring safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of underground hard rock mining experience and a strong understanding of mining regulations. Responsibilities include drilling, blasting, and maintaining site conditions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in mining practices and contribute to a safe working environment. This opportunity promises growth and the chance to work with advanced mining technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of underground hard rock mining experience.
• Ability to perform Supervisor duties in a mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform drilling, blasting, and bolting tasks safely and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA & ATF explosives regulations.

Skills

Drilling

Blasting

Bolting

Scaling

Mucking

Map Reading

Utilities Advancement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jumbo

Mine-specific equipment

Job description

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 conditions to determine scaling and bolting requirements
• Erects barricades to 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 5 years’ 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
• High School Diploma or equivalent

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

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