Entry Level Underground Miner

Nasco Industrial Services & Supply•Kellogg, ID

36d

About The Position

This is an entry‑level underground mining role supporting NISS’s mine‑development and infrastructure projects. NISS is seeking reliable, safety-focused individuals. This role supports underground mining, development, equipment operation, and daily mining activities.

Requirements

Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
Background: Must be able to pass a Federal Background check.
Availability: Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Comfortable living in a remote camp while on rotation.
Punctuality: Must arrive on time, prepared to receive assignments and begin work at shift start.
Physical Demands: Capable of performing “heavy work” as defined by the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, including lifting, carrying, climbing, shoveling, prying, and working in confined spaces.
Work Environment: Ability to work safely around moving equipment, in low‑visibility areas, and within confined underground environments
Aptitude: Ability to understand, follow engineered instructions, and apply safety strategies
Certification: Must be willing to complete an MSHA Part 48 - 40 Hour Underground

Nice To Haves

Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Certification: Valid and current MSHA
Experience: Minimum of 1-year underground mining or similar experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrate and uphold NISS Core Values, including Safety, Sustainability, and Continuous Improvement.
Embody the NISS Safety Principles in all work performed:
Be Alert – Maintain situational awareness, identify hazards, and take immediate action to prevent incidents.
Be Resilient – Adapt to changing ground conditions, equipment challenges, and evolving work environments.
Be United – Support teammates, communicate clearly, and contribute to a cohesive, safety‑driven crew.
Be Accountable – Take ownership of decisions, follow procedures, and uphold the highest safety standards.
Actively support the company’s Absolute ZERO safety culture through hazard identification, risk mitigation, and proactive communication.
Safely operate underground construction equipment including loaders, scissor decks, jacklegs, telehandlers, man‑lifts, and other specialized tools.
Maintain proper body mechanics and safe‑work techniques to protect personnel and equipment.
Support material movement, staging, and organization to maintain efficient workflow.
Continuously monitor ground conditions and environmental factors, reporting hazards immediately.
Adjust work practices to maintain safe and productive operations in variable conditions.
Maintain a reputation for reliability, accountability, and strong work ethic.
Represent NISS professionally in all interactions with coworkers, supervisors, and client personnel.
Comply with all NISS policies, site rules, state regulations, and federal MSHA standards.
Participate in required training, safety meetings, and competency evaluations.