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Experienced Miner- Miner 1 at Nyrstar East Tennessee Mines Strawberry Plains, TN

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Overview Experienced Miner- Miner 1 job at Nyrstar East Tennessee Mines. Strawberry Plains, TN.

THE ROLE

The purpose of this job is to safely and efficiently advance capital and secondary development waste at the Nyrstar Tennessee Mine operation. The Experienced Miner must be able to perform all mining tasks: drilling, blasting, bolting, scaling, mucking, map reading, drift on line and grade, and advance utilities. Rates start at $33.75 to $44.00 per hour, depending on experience.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Marking the face with the appropriate drill pattern

Drilling holes parallel and on correct angles

Cleaning, scratching, and marking holes

Shovel lifters when the heading is complete

Comply with MSHA & ATF explosives regulations and requirements

Proper handling and loading of explosives

Minimizing explosive waste

Detonation of explosives (licensed blasters)

Accurately complete blast report as per regulations

Hand scaling

Ensures all hoses and other auxiliary services are neatly stored

Maintains hauling efficiency by managing working environment conditions

Maintains proper housekeeping and tidiness

Follows correct loading and dumping procedures

Inspects and assesses site conditions to determine scaling and bolting requirements

Erects barricades to prevent unauthorized access if necessary

Wetting down headings for dust suppression

Ensures services (air, water) are advanced

Installs appropriate bolts and screen to specified pattern and spacing

Step-Up Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Demonstrates the ability to perform Supervisor duties

Minimum 5 years’ experience of underground hard rock mining

Rapid development experience desired

Experience in mine specific equipment

Excels in Jumbo and ground support activities

Sound understanding of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities

Blasting License

Must have foreman’s license

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