Leer Mine Complex-Underground Fireboss

JOB LOCATION: LEER MINE COMPLEX-GRAFTON, WV

JOB TITLE: UNDERGROUND FIREBOSS

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

The Fireboss shall visit and carefully examine each area of the mine in which miners will be working or traveling. He/She shall inspect each area to assure that these areas are made safe and that all State and Federal laws are being observed before the miners begin work. If a hazardous condition, violation, or potential violation is observed then the Fireboss shall make arrangements for prompt correction of the condition.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Make certain that Federal, State, and Company regulations are being observed
• Examine areas of the mine before each shift - airways, intakes, returns, belt haulage, track, and all other places where miners are required to work or travel
• Maintain records of his/her examinations
• Report any hazardous conditions, violations, potential violations, or unsafe situations to mine management so proper corrective action can be arranged
• Actively support and promote the Behavior Based Safety program
• While examining all working places and areas assigned to him/her shall make tests with an approved device for accumulations of methane and oxygen deficiency
• While examining a working area shall inspect seals, doors, examine and test the roof, face and ribs on active roadways and travel ways. He/She shall place his/her initials, time, and date at or near each place he/she examines
• Must be able to fill in as needed in other foreman positions
• Must be a team player who can interact with various mine departments

PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of five years of mining experience
• West Virginia Mine Foreman Certification
• Thorough knowledge of State and Federal Mining Laws
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

Qualified applicants that are interested in applying for this position can do so by clicking on the link below.

https://leertygart.aaimtrack.com/

Arch Resources is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics

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