Job Description

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