Miner 2 - Experienced Remote Loader Operator (East Tennessee Mines)

<strong>THE ROLE<br><br></strong>The purpose of this job is to safely and efficiently advance capital and secondary development waste at the Nyrstar Tennessee Mine operation. The Miner 2 must be able to perform all mining tasks: drilling, blasting, bolting, scaling, mucking, map reading, drift online and grade, and advance utilities. Must have experience in remote loading.<br><br><strong>Key Accountabilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Marking the face with the appropriate drill pattern</li><li>Drilling holes parallel and on correct angles</li><li>Cleaning, scratching, and marking holes </li><li>Shovel lifters when the heading is complete </li><li>Comply with MSHA & ATF explosives regulations and requirements</li><li>Proper handling and loading of explosives</li><li>Minimizing explosive waste</li><li>Detonation of explosives (licensed blasters)</li><li>Accurately complete blast report as per regulations</li><li>Hand scaling</li><li>Ensures all hoses and other auxiliary services are neatly stored</li><li>Maintains hauling efficiency by managing working environment conditions</li><li>Maintains proper housekeeping and tidiness </li><li>Follows correct loading and dumping procedures</li><li>Inspects and assesses site conditions to determine scaling and bolting requirements</li><li>Erects barricades to prevent unauthorized access if necessary</li><li>Wetting down headings for dust suppression</li><li>Ensures services (air, water) are advanced</li><li>Installs appropriate bolts and screen to specified pattern and spacing</li><li>Step-Up Supervisor<br><br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications/Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>Demonstrates the ability to perform Supervisor duties</li><li>Minimum 5 years’ experience of underground hard rock mining </li><li>Rapid development experience desired</li><li>Experience in mine specific equipment </li><li>Excels in Jumbo and ground support activities</li><li>Sound understanding of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities</li><li>Blasting License</li><li>High School Diploma or equivalent <br><br><br></li></ul>Department: External<br><br>This is a non-management position<br><br>This is a full time position

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