Job Information
Foresight Energy Maintenance Trainee (Coalfield) in Macedonia, Illinois
JOB CATEGORY DEFINITION:
The Maintenance Trainee program is designed for the individual to serve in rotations between maintenance roles in learning the proper training and techniques designed to be successful in all maintenance aspects of underground coal mining.
JOB TITLE DEFINITION:
The trainee will learn:
General Maintenance & Repairs
Full service on equipment
Run wire feed welder
Read a parts manual
Proper troubleshooting techniques on diesel equipment
Fire suppression on diesel equipment
Diesel emission testing
Understand mine power layout
Review all lock-out / tag-out procedures for working on various equipment
Assist in setting up a VFD/belt drive for a new installation
Breaker test and correct breaker settings
Understand basic 3 phase power
Understand slip, sequence, and remotes for belts
Perform chain and crawler maintenance
Proper cribbing and blocking techniques
Learn how to operate all face equipment
Troubleshoot & install leaky feeder & fiber optic cables
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
TYPICAL EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree in Diesel Mechanics or a Trade Certificate in diesel, welding, or hydraulics
Comparable Military type experience in motorpool
New Miner Training for Underground & Surface
Benefits
Compensation at an attractive hourly rate of $27.33. Rate changes to $36.23 once Federal and State Electrical Certification is received.
In addition, there's potential to earn various bonuses based on safety, production metrics, and attendance.
At Foresight Energy, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. We offer an outstanding wage and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid holidays; vacation time; and so much more.