Black Thunder Mine - Equipment Operator 1

Core Natural Resources • Wright, WY

35d • Onsite

About The Position

Thunder Basin Coal Company, LLC is hiring an Equipment Operator for Black Thunder Mine in Wright, Wyoming. The role operates heavy earth-moving and support equipment in an open-pit coal mining operation, including 240- and 320+-ton haul trucks, 24H blades, and water trucks. The position is non-exempt, with 10 openings.

The operator fuels, lubricates, and performs routine maintenance checks on mining equipment; assists with moving power cables for shovels, draglines, and general pit lighting; and supports water control by setting pumps and installing or moving water lines to remove water from mining areas. Equipment must be cleaned as needed, and other duties may be assigned. Workers must meet the company’s core values of Safety, Sustainability, and Continuous Improvement.

The role requires working rotating shifts and in adverse conditions, including extreme heat, cold, dust, rain, snow, and wind, with frequent contact with grease and dirt. Candidates must be at least 18, authorized to work in the United States, dependable in attendance, able to work with minimal supervision, and able to communicate and collaborate in a team environment. A high school diploma or equivalent experience and a valid driver’s license are preferred.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must demonstrate a work ethic and ability to perform daily with minimal supervision.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work with others in a team environment.
• Must be willing to work in adverse conditions, including extreme heat, cold, dust, rain, snow, and wind, and have frequent contact with grease and dirt.
• Must demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earth-moving and support equipment in an open-pit coal mining operation, including 240- and 320+-ton haul trucks, 24H blades, and water trucks.
• Fuel and lubricate mining equipment and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Assist with moving power cables for shovels, draglines, and general pit lighting.
• Set pumps and install or move water lines to remove water from mining areas.
• Clean equipment as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Meet the company’s core values of Safety, Sustainability, and Continuous Improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed