What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at Westmoreland Mining LLC?
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION DUTIES:
Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, inspection and cleaning of all electronic and electrical equipment. Must be able to operate equipment necessary to move cable and portable equipment.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicant with surface coal mine electrical maintenance experience and MSHA certification preferred. Must possess a strong working knowledge of AC and DC theory and equipment, test procedures, safe work practices, and electrical codes. Knowledge and work experience with low, medium and high voltage equipment and electronic controls as applied to large mining equipment is desired of applicant.
Pre-employment physicals / drug screenings, personal & criminal backgrounds checks will be conducted on all candidates that receive a conditional offer. Successful applicant must possess a valid driver’s license through the duration of employment. Successful applicant must meet all insurability requirements as specified by Westmoreland’s policies or Driver’s insurance provider.