Underground Mine Production Operator II

About the role

Climax Molybdenum offers an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production, and supports a culture aligned with our core values. Employees at the Henderson mine and mill enjoy a collaborative environment prioritizing safety, valuing diverse perspectives, and empowering growth.

Responsibilities

• Operate diesel Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) unit in production settings.
• Move broken rock from draw point to ore pass and maintain roadways.
• Assemble, transport, and place explosives for cave development or secondary oversize blasting.
• Operate concrete batching equipment or placing concrete using diesel equipment (pumps, sprayers) and manual tools (shovels, screed boards).
• Operate diesel-hydraulic drills to drill blast holes and/or install ground support.
• Participate in planning jobs, ordering materials, and auditing results.
• Manage distribution of explosives from magazine, perform inventories, verify requisition paperwork, and issue/receive explosives.
• Operate various equipment to perform special projects and/or housekeeping work.
• Perform other duties as requested, including acting as lead or relief supervisor as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in underground mining industry with experience operating mining-specific equipment (LHDs, drills, etc) and using explosives.
• Completed academic and practical competencies required (Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists), and demonstrated the required aptitude.
• The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while passing a written assessment where required.
• Must meet requirements of US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (BATF) regulations: U.S. Citizen or National, employee possessor clearance for handling explosives from the BATF by passing a BATF clearance screen post hire.
• Prior underground experience at Henderson Mine, including other operating/maintenance departments preferred.

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $28.50 - $38.50/hour. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance.

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle.
• Internal progression opportunities.

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.