Underground Hoist Operator

Summary of Position:

The successful candidate will provide a high level of safe skillful hoist operations at Southwest Critical Materials to include safe transportation of people, equipment, and material in and out of the mine in accordance with all regulations and assure that environmental and safety policies are adhered to.

Accountability:

The Underground Hoist Operator reports to the Underground Operations General Supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Complete preshift inspections to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently and notify appropriate personnel of malfunctions.
• Must be able to learn to operate the hoist to sling equipment and pipe down the shaft.
• Ability to move levers, switches, and throttles to stop, start, and regulate speeds of hoist or winch drums in response to hand, bells, buzzer, telephone, lou.
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• Must be able to run the hoist in manual or auto mode.
• Assist hoist mechanics with inspections or as needed for properly maintaining the hoist in safe working condition.
• Accurately and properly document results of all tests in the required log book.
• Observe equipment gauges and indicators and hand signals or other workers to verify load positions or depths.
• Ability to sequence, time and manage several processes simultaneously.
• Ability to operate a manualized and/or diesel generated hoist to movement of cableways, cages or skips.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in the workplace.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Experience and Training:

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Three (3) to Five (5) years in an underground mining environment, with hoist operations a plus.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and departments required.
• Aptitude in basic mechanical and computer knowledge.
• Proven safety and attendance record required.
• Demonstrated ability to be selfdirected, teamoriented and work with minimum supervision required.
• Satisfactory safety, and performance required.
• Must be able to multitask, and handle high radio, phone, and foot traffic.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Skills and Abilities:

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

• Strong analytical and communication skills (written and oral) .
• Ability to facilitate collaboration and interaction with individuals and groups including contractor partners.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently in a resultsoriented environment.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify complex problems and offer alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems required.
• Ability to manage complex situations
• Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Core Value Attributes:

The incumbent must demonstrate the following Core Value attributes:

• Build Trust and Respect
• Extreme Ownership take responsibility for your role, outcomes, and the overall success of the team
• Solutions Oriented seeking innovative, safe solutions with initiative
• Effective Communication clear communication to foster teamwork across all departments

Physical Demands:

Check off all physical demands of the position. The following definitions are to be used in completing the frequency of the Physical demands:

Constant (C) 67 -100% of task time (40-60 mins. Per hour or 1 lift per 15 seconds

Frequent (F) 34-66% of task time (20-40 mins. Per hour or 1 lift every 2 mins)

Occasional (O) 6-33% of task time (3-20 mins. Per hour or 1 lift every 30 mins)

Rare (R) 0-5% of task time (3 mins. Per hour)

Physical Demands: Frequency (C, F, O, or R)

Lifting _50___ pounds R

Sitting C

Walking O

Standing R

Bending neck F

Twisting neck F

Bending waist (forward or sideways F

Balancing F

Squatting (crouch or sit on one’s heels) F

Climbing R

Kneeling R

Crawling R

Reach above shoulder height O

Reach below shoulder height O

Driving R

Stooping O

Pushing O

Pulling O

Talking C

Hearing C

Repetitive motions C

Other Mine Rescuer_______________ R

Other________________

Work Schedule and Personal Protective Equipment:

The incumbent works a rotating shift schedule. Ability to work extended hours as operational needs require to support the underground operations. Personal Protective Equipment required for this position includes, but is not limited to, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots. All equipment must be MSHA approved as applicable.

About Southwest Critical Materials LLC

Southwest Critical Materials is focused on the strategic development of copper assets in North America to meet the growing demand in the global energy transition. We are committed to creating long-term value that benefits all stakeholders, from our local communities to our investors. Backed by a strong team of experienced technical professionals, we leverage our expertise to responsibly develop high-quality copper projects. Our flagship asset, the Pumpkin Hollow Project near Yerington, Nevada, is poised to reflect our approach of combining industry-leading practices with a dedication to environmental and social responsibility.