Underground Mine Scaler - What Will You Do?
* Perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life, and maximize production.
* Clean and maintain equipment as scheduled and/or required
* Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored in an appropriate location.
* Advise the Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs or safety issues in a timely fashion.
* Participate in routine maintenance of the mine and associated equipment.
* Promote a culture of working safely and complying with all applicable company safety policies, and federal and state rules and regulations.
* Maintain inventory of required safety equipment such as a functional fire extinguisher and all PPE.
* Perform daily pre-shift safety and maintenance inspections of the workplace and equipment, and report any safety issues to your supervisor prior to start up.
* Use equipment according to its designed use.
* Perform other related duties assigned by your supervisor including but not limited to laborer duties.
* Demonstrate integrity, a positive courteous and respectful manner, and cultural awareness in performance of duties, and in interaction with others in the workplace.
* Willingness and ability to take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose and skin from irritation and infection using Safety Data Sheets and when exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances.
Requirements - Who Are We Looking For?
* Minimum of one year's experience working in the desired job classification in an underground stone mine.
* Trained and skilled in the processes involved in an underground stone mining operation.
* Industrial Minerals MSHA part 48 Subpart A & B training.
* Willing to participate in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Industrial Minerals Mine Rescue team.
* Capable of passing ATF background investigation and in possession of a valid driver's license.
* Able to interpret mine plans and effectively communicate to co-workers.
* Willing and able to assume other jobs or tasks as designated to him/her by management during the mining process.
* Able to work independently to maintain the schedule of work that has been assigned to him/her.
* Able to read, write, add and subtract adequately for the maintenance of accurate daily records.
* Physically capable of working in both hot and cold environments.
* Physically capable of strenuous work including, but not limited to, lifting up to 75 lbs., twisting, shoveling, prying, pulling, working/traveling on uneven terrain, working with arms above shoulder height for extended periods, and managing heavy equipment and objects.
* Capable of working safely at heights up to 60 feet.
Why Apply?
* Competitive Benefit Package
* Career Growth - We pride ourselves in developing coworkers and promoting from within.
* Winters Off (Certain Positions) - Due to the seasonality of our work, some positions enjoy winters off while still earning year-round benefits.
* Stable Industry - Our materials are in high demand year over year.
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