Scoop Operator AE

Blackhawk Mining, LLC; Cabin Creek (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackhawk Mining, LLC is seeking an underground scoop operator to perform duties in a coal mine, following site safety requirements, company policies, and federal regulations. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operation of the scoop and daily readiness of equipment.

You will load and unload materials, keep face ventilation proper, check lubrication points, place scoop on charge, and monitor batteries and charging cycles.

Qualifications

• Underground coal miner's certificate required.
• Annual 8 hour retraining required.
• Vocational training may be required by contract.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate the scoop in an efficient and safe manner.
• Clean and rock dust as required; maintain proper face ventilation.
• Check lubrication/service points and fluid levels regularly.
• Place scoop on charge.
• Load and unload materials as required.

Skills

Operate scoop safely

Differentiate mine floor vs loose rock

Ventilation understanding

Scoop components knowledge

Emergency stop/disconnect knowledge

Lubrication/service knowledge

SOPs/safety policies knowledge

Battery charging procedures

Education

Underground coal miner's certificate

Annual 8 hour retraining

Vocational training (optional)

Other contract/regulations qualifications

Job description

Performs all duties and activities in a manner that conforms to site specific safety requirements, company policy, state and federal regulations.

• Operate the scoop as required.
• Clean and rock dust as required and maintain proper face ventilation as required.
• Check and maintain lubrication/service points and fluid levels at regular intervals as required.
• Place scoop on charge.
• Load and unload materials and supplies as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to operate a scoop in an efficient and safe manner.
• Able to determine the difference between mine floor and loose accumulated materials.
• Understanding of section ventilation
• Know the major components of the scoop.
• Know the location and operation of the emergency stop switches, visible disconnects and fire suppression of the scoop.
• Know the lubrication and service requirements of the scoop.
• Know the Safe Job Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, company safety policies, and applicable rules and regulations.
• Understanding of how to properly place batteries on charge and take them off charge.

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

This position requires the operator to possess the dexterity (refer to Physical Abilities) to work and operate machinery and equipment in a coal seam height that varies. The operator must constantly be attentive to the changing geological conditions and surrounding environment.

Education, Qualifications and Training:

• Underground coal miner's certificate
• Annual 8 hour retraining
• Vocation training (optional)
• Other qualifications as required by contract, regulations, and/or management

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