Job Details

Small Mine Development builds and operates America's underground mines. Our mission is to be the leader in safe, productive and innovative mining solutions. We are seeking motivated, self-starters, that can work safely while ensuring production goals are met. By joining our team, you will be tasked with hard yet very rewarding work that provides opportunities for career development and advancement.

Position:

Entry Level Underground Miner
Pay Rate:

Competitive Hourly Wage (Depending on Experience) + safety and production bonus
Schedule:

7 on 7 off, 12-hour shifts. Rotating days and nights
Area:

Carlin, Nevada – North Post/Meikle Underground Mine

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the site superintendent, underground miners are responsible for performing all aspects of full cycle, hard rock mining. Our underground miners are tasked with carrying out duties that ensure safety and support to the mining advance; consisting of development mining and rehabilitation of existing access. Those responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Operation of underground haulage equipment – 30-ton articulated dump trucks

Operation of water trucks

Operation of mixer trucks

Operation of underground support equipment, e.g., skid steers, forklifts, manlifts, and other equipment

Handling and transporting explosives

Dewatering – sumps/pumps operation

Assist in installing/extending air, water, and discharge lines

Hazard recognition and mitigation

Participation in risk assessments and following SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)

Conducting thorough pre-operational inspections on equipment

Experience and Qualification Requirements

Applicants must:

Work with a safety-first mind set and maintain situational awareness at all times.

Possess knowledge and understanding of all underground (hard rock) mining equipment applications.

Have experience in operating or using heavy equipment.

Be able to properly care for and maintain all tools and equipment.

Possess exceptional workplace housekeeping habits.

Have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and work in year-round weather conditions.

Beneficial Skills but not required:

Hold a current MSHA Certificate (5000-23) in underground metal/non-metal mining. We will provide if needed.

Shotcrete application experience

Construction experience

Benefits

We offer a strong benefits plan including:

401k

Enrollment in ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Various insurance offerings through Colonial, including life and short-term disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Transportation to and from job site

Contributions to position specific Continuing Education

Small Mine Development, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a Drug Free Workplace. Career candidates must pass a drug screen.

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