Underground Mine Operator: LHD, Drills & Explosives

Freeport McMoRan Inc.

Empire (CO)

On-site

USD 39,261 - 53,037

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance

Insurance discounts

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking an experienced underground miner to operate diesel LHDs and drills, handle explosives, and support cave development. Responsibilities include planning, material orders, and safety audits. On-site work with housing allowance and comprehensive benefits is provided.

Candidates must have 2+ years in underground mining, pass BATF clearance, and demonstrate English safety instruction comprehension. Shift schedules may include non-day hours in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

2+ years in underground mining with LHDs and explosives.
Must pass BATF clearance and US citizenship requirements.
Ability to understand and follow English safety instructions.

Responsibilities

Operate diesel Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) in production settings to move rock.
Assemble, transport, and place explosives for cave development or blasting.
Operate concrete batching equipment or placing concrete with diesel machinery and tools.
Operate diesel-hydraulic drills to drill blast holes and install ground support.
Participate in planning jobs, order materials, and audit results.

Skills

LHD operation

Underground mining

Explosives handling

English safety instructions

Tools

LHD equipment

Drills

Explosive handling procedures

Job description

Candidates must have 2+ years in underground mining, pass BATF clearance, and demonstrate English safety instruction comprehension. Shift schedules may include non-day hours in a 24/7 operation.

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