Underground Miner - $47/hr + Union Benefits

Heidelberg Materials; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Vacation & leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a full-time Underground Miner in Illinois to safely operate mining equipment and support daily production in a demanding underground environment.

You will conduct inspections, perform drilling and material handling, and follow strict safety procedures while collaborating with a team to meet production targets. Candidates must pass pre-employment screenings and adapt to a high-noise, outdoor workspace.

Qualifications

• Willingness to pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Ability to work safely in underground environments.
• Ability to follow established procedures and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate underground mining equipment and machinery to support daily production goals.
• Conduct inspections of work areas, equipment, and mine conditions to identify safety concerns.
• Perform drilling, blasting, scaling, hauling, and material handling as assigned.
• Follow mine plans, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements to maintain efficient operations.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production targets while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Skills

Underground mining

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Mining equipment

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a full-time Underground Miner in Illinois to safely operate mining equipment and support daily production in a demanding underground environment.

You will conduct inspections, perform drilling and material handling, and follow strict safety procedures while collaborating with a team to meet production targets. Candidates must pass pre-employment screenings and adapt to a high-noise, outdoor workspace.