Nyrstar East Tennessee Mines is Hiring a Longhole/Exploration Driller-Coy (East Tennessee Mines) Near Tennessee, TN

• Plans and prepares drilling site (geology plans, operations prepares the sites)
• Moves equipment and materials to site
• Drills and monitors progression
• Interprets drill plansthen drills holes and realign equipment according to drill design and ground conditions
• Monitors ground conditionsand components to maintain safe drilling operations
• Installs collar pipes according to site procedures We don’t use collar pipe unless drill through a packer in anticipation of hitting water
• Removes drill cuttings and sludge to ensure drill hole remains clean
• Completes all required documentation clearly, concisely and marks misdirected holes according to site procedures
• Packs up drill site
• Carries out operator maintenance
• Conducts housekeeping activities

• Promote and demonstrate safe behavior at all times
• Comply with the site’s standards and procedures in SHEC As well as MSHA regulations
• Demonstrate effective performance in achieving agreed SHEC goals in support of the department, site and company standards
• Demonstrates leadership in SHEC through personal behaviors and conversations, and report all SHEC incidents and participate in SHEC initiatives, reviews and investigations
• Take responsibility for the safety of all personnel, including yourself, at Nyrstar Tennessee Mines
• Wears proper PPE at all times

• Able to operate a long hole drill
• Able to read geologist hole specifications
• Able to read an angle gage
• Able to perform job with minimum supervision
• Competent in providing accurate samples
• Able to read and secure ground as needed

• Attend work in an punctual manner, fit for work, and that correct procedures are followed in cases where absences from work may occur
• Maintain a sound relationship with Mine Shift Team Leader, coworkers, and other departments while working together

• 1-2 years’ experience in mining preferred
• Experience in mine specific equipment
• Demonstrated competence in ground control
• Preferred knowledge of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities
• Understanding of technical and operating processes relevant to mine planning and scheduling
• Sound understanding of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities

• Demonstrated competence in coaching, mentoring and providing feedback to team members
• Good time management and prioritization skills
• Performs practical and manual activities
• Has an aptitude for mechanics and is able to handle machinery
• Is able to work as part of a team
• Is willing to work alone in remote areas under difficult conditions
• Has good organizational skills
• Is able to record details accurately

This is a non-management position
This is a full time position