Underground Miner - Utility Crew

Northern Star Pogo LLCDelta Junction, AK
Onsite

About The Position

The Underground Miner - Utility Crew reports to the Underground Shift Supervisor, and the primary role is to safely and efficiently operate underground equipment and perform various mining tasks.

Requirements

  • Ability to provide leadership and training to new team members.
  • Current Driver’s License.
  • Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.
  • Be able to pass a background check and post offer physical and drug screening.
  • Two years' experience in underground hard rock mining techniques with a minimum of one year working with utilities.
  • Experience operating underground mining equipment such as Trucks, Light Vehicles, Charge Wagon, Loaders, Tele-remote equipment, Integrated Tool Carrier, Skid Steer, Zoom Boom, Grader, Long Hole Drill, Jumbo Drill.
  • Basic mechanical knowledge.
  • Good communication skills, including ability to read and speak English
  • Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
  • Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

  • Installation of services (utilities) and ventilation to all development and production headings.
  • Installation of various underground infrastructure such as paste walls, paste pipe, vent doors, fan bulkheads etc.
  • Hanging of secondary ventilation fans.
  • Installation of cable bolts.
  • Monitoring and controlling paste pours
  • Fabrication of pipe.
  • Installation and monitoring of mine dewatering.
  • General labouring as required.
  • Liaising before shift with Shift Supervisor and the previous shift crew to obtain all the information necessary about the work areas.
  • Ensuring that all tools and equipment are serviceable and safe.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively on two-way radio.
  • Assist with fault finding and preventative maintenance.
  • Assessing and monitoring of ground conditions.
  • Ensure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard IDs, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting.
  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.
  • Other duties as required.

Benefits

  • Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team
  • Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security.
  • Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401k and paid leave.
  • Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

1,001-5,000 employees

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