Underground Mining Operator: Ground Support & Drilling

Redpath Mining Inc.; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Redpath Mining Inc. is seeking an experienced Underground Miner to inspect and operate heavy underground equipment, install ground support and perform blasting tasks to advance tunnels and shafts.

The role emphasizes safety, precise drilling, rock bolting and timely maintenance in a demanding underground environment. The successful candidate will read engineering prints, follow Standard Work, manage confined spaces, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Underground miners typically need a high school diploma or GED.
• Post-secondary mining degree encouraged.
• 2–3 years of underground mining experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations; MSHA certification required by site.
• Ability to read and understand engineering prints.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment before and after use.
• Operate one or more mining machines per Standard Work.
• Identify unsafe conditions underground.
• Scale back walls to maintain safety.
• Drill holes with pneumatic tools or bolter.
• Install rock bolts and ground support.
• Load and detonate explosives to control blasting.
• Operate LHD, bolters, scissor trucks, shotcrete sprayers.
• Maintain safety and support mining advance.
• Perform routine maintenance on mining machinery.
• Follow safety directives and Redpath policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school/GED

Two-year mining associate degree encouraged

Job description

Redpath Mining Inc. is seeking an experienced Underground Miner to inspect and operate heavy underground equipment, install ground support and perform blasting tasks to advance tunnels and shafts.

The role emphasizes safety, precise drilling, rock bolting and timely maintenance in a demanding underground environment. The successful candidate will read engineering prints, follow Standard Work, manage confined spaces, and work overtime as needed.