We are seeking a training instructor for new miners at our mining facilities in Brookwood, Alabama. We expect this person to be a role model for the "Warrior Way" and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork.

Who We Are: 

All teammates are required to work in a manner that exemplifies the “Warrior Way” - Safer, Accountability, Follow Through, Excellence, Responsibility. Mining positions may be required to work various shifts, rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. We provide a generous compensation and benefits package, including incentive plans, 401(k) match, paid time off and company paid medical, dental and vision care - all of which start the day you join the team! 

About the Role: 

Instruction of inexperienced miner students in classroom and underground mining settings. Conduct training in an engaging manner to help miners gain on-the-job skills to promote safety and health in the workplace.
Job duties for this position will require underground instruction for new miners. A significant portion of the responsibilities for this position will require underground training capability (up to 75% underground).

Responsibilities: 

• Classroom Instruction of inexperienced miner classes.

• Underground skill training and instruction at the job site.

• Develop new training courses as assigned.

• Update existing training courses as needed to keep pace with technology and regulatory requirements.

Who You Are:  

• Five years’ underground mining experience.

• One year of training experience.

• Holds current MSHA Underground Instructor Qualification.

• Thorough knowledge of basic mining practices and general labor skills: track work, utilities, timbering, conveyor belts, ventilation controls, etc.

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office/SharePoint. Must have ability to create, edit, and present

• PowerPoint presentations and store classroom materials in digital library. Update training material as needed

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Enthusiastic training style and capable of performing work in a systematic and detail-oriented manner.

• Alabama Mine Foreman/Fireboss Certification or obtain at the next available training opportunity.

Environment and Safety: 

• Improve on safety standards by holding safety meetings, conducting safety interactions, and taking corrective action where required. 

• Ensure adherence to State, Federal and Company workplace policies and standard work procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control. 

• Maintain a high level of safety performance through effective communication, monitoring, and revision of standard work procedures. 

• Identify and report safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries, and property damage at the workplace. 

• Attend and participate in scheduled safety meetings and training. 

• Investigate accidents and near misses with a view toward positive action, through training, equipment set-up or equipment repair and report on findings and conclusions. 

• Maintain environmental awareness amongst the workforce by holding meetings and involving the environmental department in related subjects. 

• Ensure adherence to environmental policy, work standards, management plans and regulatory obligations and requirements. 

• Integrate environmental policies, programs, and practices into all activities of the organization. 

Physical Requirements - Underground: 

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces. 

• Must be able to sit for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles. 

• Must be able to walk for up to 4 hours at a time. 

• Will need to walk through different sections of the mine with different amounts of clearance and headroom. 

• Walking ability will be based on SCSR emergency evacuation plan required and approved by MSHA. 

• Must be able to wear the required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA. 

• Must be able to bend or stoop for a full work period because of mine height. 

• Must be able to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders. 

• Must be able to do repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle) and have quick reflex movements of the arms and legs as well as good hand to eye coordination. 

• Must be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift items weighing up to 75 pounds. 

• Must be able to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.