Job Summary R.G. Johnson Company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Structural Steel & Specialty Services Mine Construction Specialist to perform critical construction, support, and repair projects for customers in the coal, limestone, and other mining industries. As a core member of our Specialty Services division, this position involves working alongside a small, highly skilled crew at a variety of project locations, including various job sites and the company's maintenance facility. Work includes both underground and surface tasks. This specialized role requires high proficiency in structural steel layout, field design, and custom fabrication. The ideal candidate must possess the hands-on expertise to design and fabricate a wide range of structural steel configurations on-site—such as beams, columns, gussets, channels, and handrails—ensuring the structural integrity and safety of mine infrastructure. Work is not limited to steel and fabrication. Position & Compensation Details Job Title Structural Steel & Specialty Services Mine Construction Specialist Department / Division Specialty Services Compensation $30.00 - $35.00 per hour (Industry top-tier starting wages) Sign-On Bonus $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Employment Type & Location Full-Time, In Person (Various regional job sites & maintenance facility that is based out of Waynesburg, PA Schedule & Shifts Day shift, Night shift, and Overtime as project demands require Benefits & Perks 401(k) with outstanding employer-match, comprehensive company-paid health plan, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and profit-sharing Core Responsibilities & Job Functions

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Structural Steel Fabrication:

Field design, layout, and fabricate various structural steel configurations on-site, including beams, columns, gussets, channels, handrails, and custom structural supports.

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Steel Structural Work:

Execute the removal, replacement, and repair of steel beams and structural systems in surface and underground mine settings.

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Equipment Operation:

Operate diverse mobile construction equipment safely, including manlifts, excavators, forklifts, skid steers, and other heavy equipment.

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Tool & Instrument Proficiency:

Operate specialized construction and repair tools, including welding/cutting equipment, impact drills, saws, transits, pneumatic drills/chippers, and other hand/power tools.

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Mine Ground Support & Repair:

Perform critical safety tasks, including mine roof, rib, and highwall bolting, stabilization, and structural repairs.

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Material Placement:

Prepare and apply shotcrete, concrete, and grout for structural rehabilitation and mine support projects.

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Collaboration & Safety:

Work productively within a close-knit, small specialized crew, maintaining strict compliance with safety regulations, mining standards, and company procedures.

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General Site Support:

Perform general construction labor and facility support at regional job sites or the central maintenance facility as needed. Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

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Mining Certification:

Must possess a valid West Virginia (WV) or Pennsylvania (PA) Black Hat Mining Certification (Experienced Miner Certification). [

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MSHA Training:

Must have completed the 40-Hour MSHA New Miner Training (or possess proof of current training) prior to starting work. [

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Welding & Fabrication Experience:

Demonstrated experience in structural steel fabrication and layout. Valid welding certifications are desired.

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Industry Experience:

3 to 5 years of successful experience performing similar structural steel, welding, or heavy construction functions in a mine construction or industrial environment is strongly preferred.

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Background & Security Clearance:

Must successfully pass an ATF Background Check to ensure eligibility to work in regulated industrial mining sites.

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Driver's License:

Must provide proof of a current, valid Driver's License and have reliable transportation to travel to job sites.

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Physical & Operational Capability:

Ability to work in both underground and surface environments, wear required MSHA personal protective equipment, and perform physically demanding labor under various environmental conditions. Compensation, Benefits & Perks

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Starting Compensation:

Industry top-tier starting wages ranging from $30.00 to $35.00 per hour, based on experience and welding/fabrication certifications.

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Sign-On Bonus:

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus paid to qualified new hires.

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Comprehensive Health Care:

Comprehensive company-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance plans with no deduction or negative effect on your take-home paycheck.

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Financial Security:

401(k) retirement savings plan with an outstanding employer-matching contribution program, plus general retirement plans and company life insurance.

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Paid Time Off & Training:

Generous paid vacation, company holidays (including extra designated company holidays), and fully paid safety and skill training.

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Profit Sharing & Incentives:

Opportunity to participate in company profit-sharing plans and an employee referral program.

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Career Support:

Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support personal and professional well-being. Why Work for R.G. Johnson Company? To work for R.G. Johnson is to work for an established leader in the mine construction and specialty services industry. Our employees take great pride in their ability to consistently deliver outstanding results, creating unique end-products that serve as a key part of maintaining and expanding our clients' critical industrial infrastructure. The secret to sustaining our decades-long reputation for reliability and quality work lies entirely within our people. We foster a supportive, family-based culture that puts a great emphasis on the professional growth and physical safety of our workforce. Our dedication to treating our people the right way is reflected in our low attrition rates and our many long-tenured, exceptionally skilled employees. As we aim to expand the breadth of our services, our vision is to grow our employee base under these same foundational principles. For detailed information about our company, please visit our website at www.rgjohnson.com

Pay:

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you able to pass a 90-day hair follicle drug test? Do you possess black hat certification? Do you have a valid driver's license? Have you ever faced or been sentenced to a year or more jail time (M1 or Felony Charge)?

Work Location:

In person