Underground Miner

About the Role

Undergrounding miners at American Gilsonite Company (AGC) make up our largest department and provide our most valuable resource, Gilsonite Ore. Miners use manual labor techniques to extract Gilsonite ore from underground veins through the use of a 14-pound pneumatic chipping hammer to break/chip the ore. Additionally, miners are responsible for the safe and proper construction of underground support walls and floors.

Working 10-hour shifts, generally Monday - Thursday, a miner spends nearly all of their working hours underground, often works on slanting, uneven flooring and in tight spaces that may be as narrow as 14 inches wide.

Responsibilities

• Extract Gilsonite ore using a 14-pound pneumatic chipping hammer.
• Construct underground support walls and floors safely and properly.
• Carry heavy timbers from mine site to underground mining location.
• Follow all safety regulations and company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to endure extreme repetitive motion required using the pneumatic chipping hammer on mine walls.
• Ability to work as a team player with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to read and understand training material.
• Willingness to work in tight spaces, on slanting or uneven flooring, and underground for extended periods.

Schedule

10-hour shifts, generally Monday through Thursday.