Mining Electrician: HV/PLC Tech, MSHA-Cert Prep

Mississippi Lignite Mining Company; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Lignite Mining Company is seeking a Regular full-time Electrician dedicated to safe, reliable mine electrical systems. You will perform inspections, maintain low to high voltage circuits, and install/remove high voltage power cables across mine sites.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting AC/DC circuits, repairing motors and generators, recording findings, and adhering to MSHA and NEC regulations. Rotating shifts, weekend work, and dusty conditions are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Ability to read technical manuals, instructions, and schematics.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and MSHA regulations.
• Will obtain MSHA Electrical Certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical inspections on all in-service mining equipment.
• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot low, medium, and high voltage circuits.
• Install/remove power cables from high voltage circuits.
• Troubleshoot AC and DC circuits and diagnose faults.
• Repair motors, generators, and related electrical components on mining equipment.
• Operate mining support equipment and maintain a safe work area.

Skills

Electrical theory

NEC knowledge

MSHA regulations

High voltage switchgear

PLC & VFDs

Electrical testing

Education

MSHA Electrical Certification

Electrical vocational training or apprenticeship

Job description

Mississippi Lignite Mining Company is seeking a Regular full-time Electrician dedicated to safe, reliable mine electrical systems. You will perform inspections, maintain low to high voltage circuits, and install/remove high voltage power cables across mine sites.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting AC/DC circuits, repairing motors and generators, recording findings, and adhering to MSHA and NEC regulations. Rotating shifts, weekend work, and dusty conditions are part of the job.