Job description
Job Posting Date: Apr 7, 2023
Function: Production
Location: Strawberry Plains, US
THE ROLE The purpose of this job is to optimize safe extraction of ore and waste at the Nyrstar Tennessee Mine operation. Drilling is the foundation of the mining process. Drilling and then subsequent blasting in the holes are how the ore is loosened and removed from the mine stopes. The driller must drill clean, loadable holes in a prescribed pattern to ensure optimum tonnage per hole drilled. All other operations and ultimately total mine production depend on the driller to do an efficient and effective job. 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 • Proficient in drilling burn cuts, slabbing, benching, and backstops • Must be able to drive drifts on line and grade and to proper dimensions • Able to short hole as needed to square up faces and turn headings QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: • 1-2 years’ experience in mining • Experience in mine specific equipment • Demonstrated competence in ground control and blasting • Sound understanding of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities
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 • Proficient in drilling burn cuts, slabbing, benching, and backstops • Must be able to drive drifts on line and grade and to proper dimensions • Able to short hole as needed to square up faces and turn headings.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: • 1-2 years’ experience in mining • Experience in mine specific equipment • Demonstrated competence in ground control and blasting • Sound understanding of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities
Nearest Major Market: Knoxville
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