Scoop Operator

Blackhawk Mining
Cabin Creek, WV Part Time
POSTED ON 6/18/2024
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)

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