What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scoop Operator position at Kanawha Eagle Mining?
Scoop Operator
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Performs all duties and activities in a manner that conforms to site specific safety requirements, company policy, state and federal regulations.
- Operate the scoop as required.
- Clean and rock dust as required and maintain proper face ventilation as required.
- Check and maintain lubrication/service points and fluid levels at regular intervals as required.
- Place scoop on charge.
- Load and unload materials and supplies as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Able to operate a scoop in an efficient and safe manner.
- Able to determine the difference between mine floor and loose accumulated materials.
- Understanding of section ventilation
- Know the major components of the scoop.
- Know the location and operation of the emergency stop switches, visible disconnects and fire suppression of the scoop.
- Know the lubrication and service requirements of the scoop.
- Know the Safe Job Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, company safety policies, and applicable rules and regulations.
- Understanding of how to properly place batteries on charge and take them off charge.
Working Environment/Physical Activities:
This position requires the operator to possess the dexterity (refer to Physical Abilities) to work and operate machinery and equipment in a coal seam height that varies. The operator must constantly be attentive to the changing geological conditions and surrounding environment.
Education, Qualifications and Training:
- Underground coal miner's certificate
- Annual 8 hour retraining
- On-the-job experience
- Vocation training (optional)
- Other qualifications as required by contract, regulations, and/or management
