Underground Mine Operator - Development & Drilling

International Mineral Carlsbad, INC.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

International Minerals Carlsbad, INC. is seeking an experienced Mine Operator to support underground mine production, development, construction, and rehabilitation activities.

This role performs excavation work for major underground projects and operates conventional and continuous mining equipment. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of underground mining operations, strong continuous mining experience, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, equipment care, and operational performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school education.
• At least two years of underground mining experience.
• Extensive knowledge of underground mining operations.
• Experience operating continuous mining equipment under challenging conditions.
• Experience mining unstable back, at elevations, and inclines.
• Knowledge of underground mine ventilation systems and the ability to establish proper ventilation.
• Ability to recognize, evaluate, and respond to underground safety hazards.
• Ability to read, write, follow instructions, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to plan work and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform excavation work supporting underground mine development and construction projects.
• Operate conventional and continuous mining equipment.
• Operate mining equipment in adverse conditions, including unstable back, elevated heights, and inclined areas.
• Recognize safety hazards and take action to correct or report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly underground work areas.
• Rehabilitate underground entryways and areas affected by poor or unstable ground conditions.
• Rebuild and maintain underground roadways.
• Support ventilation and water systems and establish proper ventilation in assigned areas.
• Operate core drilling equipment in support of underground drilling program.

Skills

Underground operations

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Independent judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Continuous mining equipment

Core drilling equipment

Ventilation systems knowledge

Job description

International Minerals Carlsbad, INC. is seeking an experienced Mine Operator to support underground mine production, development, construction, and rehabilitation activities.

This role performs excavation work for major underground projects and operates conventional and continuous mining equipment. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of underground mining operations, strong continuous mining experience, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, equipment care, and operational performance.