Mine Utility II (Marble Hill, GA, US) bei Industrial Products and Engineered Materials Solutions PMC | Huber

Position Summary

Mine Utility Operator II is capable of operating multiple pieces of mining equipment and supporting mine production and development. This job is versatile and performs peripheral tasks that help mining performance and improve the efficiency in the mine. Employee is responsible for maintaining compliance with Huber’s Sustainability Management System within his/her sphere of influence. This may or may not include compliance with any air permits, wastewater permits, storm water permits, or other rules as presented to the employee as required.  

*This position is a night shift position and will work Sunday through Thursday nights from 9pm - 7am.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Must be proficient in all requirements for Mine Utility I position.
• Must be competent in the safe and efficient operation of the following:

1. 1. Ancillary mine operation equipment such as manlift.
   2. Scaler, face drill, bench drill, motor grader, and roof bolter.
   3. Front end loader (6-yard class), both loading trucks underground and feeding the crusher system on the surface.

• Operates at a speed that is reasonable and prudent for the conditions while maintain an efficient level of production.
• Maintain floor grade in mine.
• Clean up face heading with loader to prepare for drilling.
• Set line and grade, mark up drill pattern, and layout drill pattern.
• Conducts workplace examinations and mobile equipment pre-operation checks at the start of the shift for safe conditions and advises Mine Mechanics and/or Mine Supervisor of maintenance problems.
• Performs minor repairs as needed.
• Recognizes and communicates hazards, deficiencies, and opportunities to appropriate leadership to improve methods for increased efficiency of mine operations and assists in problem solving.
• Backfill Mine Lead as assigned.
• Assists in training of new employees.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement program.
• Maintain daily housekeeping expectations.
• Perform other duties as trained and assigned.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.  Technical school a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an equipment operator preferred. One year previous underground mine experience required.
• Must have basic computer skills in order to be able to view e-mail, use required systems, and complete required online training courses. 
• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Willing and able to work and act safe.
• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations including multiplication, addition, percentages (can be accomplished using a calculator or manually).
• Must have good communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization and be able to communicate using a radio.     
• Ability to read and comprehend safety policy manuals, SOP’s, MSDS, and various production schedules/reports.
• Would be helpful (though not required) to be on the Mine Rescue Team.

Physical Requirements

• Works throughout the underground and surface areas. Previous underground experience preferred.
• Exposed to inclement weather – heat, cold, dark, noise, fumes, vibrations, moving equipment, grease, oil, and generally dusty conditions.
• Drives/operates heavy equipment on uneven/bumpy terrain in a dark, confined, underground mine environment. Uneven surface will likely cause full body vibration.
• Must be able to climb on/off forklift, loader, and skid steer multiple times a day.
• Lifting up to 50lbs, climbing up and down ladders/stairs, and occasionally works from an elevated platform.
• Ability to walk long distances up or down hill in an emergency situation.
• Must be capable of wearing required PPE for entire shift: hard hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, safety harness/lanyard, gloves, hearing protection, respirator (if needed), etc.
• Must be able to don a self-rescuer during time of emergency and/or assist other in the same.

Key Competencies

Education