Underground Mine Scaler

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.