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U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc.
Mine Operator
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Miner or Mining Worker works in an underground mine to dig coal, precious metals or minerals.
$50,118 / year median in Tennessee
+19% projected growth
Job Description
The Mine Operator is responsible for operating basic mining equipment and assisting in daily mining activities under direct supervision. Minimum of high school education or equivalent. High level of safety and quality. Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.) Good problem-solving skills. CDL license is a plus, but not required. Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge
- Preferred. Forklift experience
- Preferred. Computer Software
- Preferred. Warehouse experience
- Preferred. Operator Equipment Smoothly, Safely and Efficiently and Follow Mining Plans. Accountable for managing ownership area (Haul Truck Operators
- Haul Road Condition), (Excavator Operators
- Pit Area around Excavator including spotting of Trucks), (Dozer Operator
- Dump area). Complete All Required Reports Accurately and Timely Including