Maintenance Foreman

Supervise the maintenance/electrical function for the area of the mine assigned. Maintaining equipment in ready, permissible condition there-by reducing down time and increasing cost effectiveness.

• Maintain the mine electrical system in safe permissible condition.
• Direct the electrical repair work to ensure safe efficient completion.
• Supervise all maintenance to mobile and stationary equipment in assigned area.
• Maintain communication equipment in operable condition.
• Regular permissible checks on all electrical equipment.
• Oversee the preventive maintenance program for assigned area.
• See that all electrical/maintenance reports required by law or company policy are completed.
• Regular inspection of equipment to ensure operating condition and removing from service for repair when required.
• Order parts and supplies for repair work.
• Participate in the evaluation of equipment life as to rebuilds or replacements.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of UG electricity, electronics, hydraulics, mechanics and welding.
• Able to read prints.
• Skilled at troubleshooting for electrical and maintenance problems.

Requirements:

• WV/MSHA Underground Low, Medium and High Voltage Electrical certification required.
• WV Underground Miner certification required.
• Minimum 5 years underground maintenance experience required.
• Minimum 2 years underground supervisory experience required.
• WV Underground Mine Foreman certification (preferred).
• Emergency medical technician (preferred).