Shaft Miner

The Redpath Group•Patagonia, AZ

About The Position

The Shaft Miner performs mining operations within the shaft, including drilling, blasting, and mucking. The role operates and maintains mining equipment, follows safety protocols, assists with shaft sinking, development, and maintenance, and works with the shaft leader and other team members to achieve production targets. The position also involves safety meetings and training, reporting equipment malfunctions and hazards, maintaining an orderly work area, and participating in emergency response drills. The employee must comply with Redpath policies, procedures, safety directives, regulations, and core competencies, and maintain confidentiality of company and client information. The role may require working more than 40 hours per week, overtime, days and nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in a similar role.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to multitask and work effectively.
Ability to safely use and handle a variety of tools, equipment, and materials.
Ability to work efficiently both as part of a team and independently.
Ability to read and understand engineering prints for civil work, structural work, and rock excavation work.
Ability to work as part of a project planning team.
Previous quality experience is required.
Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions to perform duties safely and efficiently.
Ability to pass a background clearance check, drug screening, and physical.
Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
High level of attention to detail, neatness, and accuracy.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

MSHA Underground miner training is considered an asset.
Underground mining experience is an asset.
Knowledge of applicable mine regulations pertaining to construction in mining is an asset.

Responsibilities

Comply with Redpath policies, procedures, manuals, handbooks, directives, and Standard Operating Procedures, and ensure compliance as applicable.
Perform shaft mining operations, including drilling, blasting, and mucking.
Operate and maintain mining equipment such as drills, loaders, and hoists.
Follow safety protocols and procedures to support a safe work environment.
Assist with shaft sinking, development, and maintenance activities.
Participate in safety meetings and training sessions.
Promptly report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards.
Work with the shaft leader and other team members to achieve production targets.
Adhere to company policies and regulations governing mining operations.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the shaft work area.
Participate in emergency response drills and procedures.
If required to operate a company vehicle, meet eligibility requirements, hold a current State Driver’s License, and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Comply with daily, weekly, and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality regarding Redpath and client information.
Comply with Redpath Core Competencies.
Assist other job functions as required.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.