Underground Coal Section Foreman | Safety & Production

Blackhawk Mining, LLC; Powellton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackhawk Mining, LLC in California seeks an experienced supervisor to manage the safe and efficient production of coal on the working section of an underground mine. You will oversee direct supervision of crews, enforce safety standards, and coordinate operations with maintenance and shift oversight to meet production plans.

Qualifications include State Mine Foreman/Fireboss certification, at least three years underground experience, and EMT for mining preferred.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of underground mining practices, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to make decisions on production, safety, and contractual issues.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and motivate employees.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of employees on the working section related to safety and production.
• Identify and supervise elimination of hazardous conditions from roof, dust, gas, and material handling.
• Supervise installation and maintenance of roof supports, ventilation, pumps, electrical panels, conveyors, and fire safety equipment.
• Supervise coal mining according to plans using continuous mining equipment and transport coal to loading point.
• Direct the section per mine maps, ensuring sights and cross-cuts are correct.
• Conduct pre-shift and on-shift examinations including equipment and section conditions.

Skills

Underground mining practices

Decision making

Organizational skills

Employee supervision

Education

State Mine Foreman/Fireboss certification

Minimum 3 years underground experience

EMT for mining preferred

Job description

Blackhawk Mining, LLC in California seeks an experienced supervisor to manage the safe and efficient production of coal on the working section of an underground mine. You will oversee direct supervision of crews, enforce safety standards, and coordinate operations with maintenance and shift oversight to meet production plans.

Qualifications include State Mine Foreman/Fireboss certification, at least three years underground experience, and EMT for mining preferred.