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JENNMAR Services

Coal Miner

Bessemer, AL · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Coal Miner JENNMAR Services is currently seeking Experienced and Inexperienced Underground Coal Miners. These are full-time positions with competitive salaries and benefits available. Looking to get ...

JENNMAR Services

Coal Miner

Bessemer, AL · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Coal Miner JENNMAR Services is currently seeking Experienced and Inexperienced Underground Coal Miners. These are full-time positions with competitive salaries and benefits available. Looking to get ...

JENNMAR Services

Coal Miner

Coulterville, IL · On-site

$22/hr

JENNMAR Services is currently seeking Experienced Underground Coal Miners in Coulterville, IL . These are full-time coal mining positions with competitive salary and benefits available. Walk in ...

JENNMAR Services

Coal Miner

Marissa, IL · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

JENNMAR Services is currently seeking Inexperienced and Experienced Underground Coal Miners in the Marissa, IL area!. These are full-time coal mining positions with competitive salary and benefits ...

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How much do entry level underground coal miner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level underground coal miner in the United States is $25.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level underground coal miner?

Entry level underground coal miners are workers who begin their careers in the coal mining industry, performing basic and essential tasks below the earth's surface. Their responsibilities typically include operating machinery, shoveling coal, installing supports, and ensuring the safety of work areas. These positions require physical fitness, attention to safety procedures, and the ability to work in confined, sometimes hazardous environments. Training is provided on the job, and miners must often complete safety certifications before starting underground work.

What is the difference between Entry Level Underground Coal Miner vs Entry Level Surface Coal Miner?

AspectEntry Level Underground Coal MinerEntry Level Surface Coal Miner
CertificationsMSHA certification, safety trainingMSHA certification, safety training
Work EnvironmentUnderground tunnels, confined spacesOpen-pit or surface mining sites
Job DutiesOperating underground equipment, safety monitoringOperating surface machinery, site preparation
Industry UsageCommon in underground coal mining operationsCommon in surface coal mining operations

Entry Level Underground Coal Miners and Entry Level Surface Coal Miners share similar certifications and safety requirements. The main difference lies in their work environment: underground miners work in tunnels, while surface miners operate on open-pit sites. Both roles are essential in coal mining and often searched together by job seekers interested in entry-level mining positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level underground coal miner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Underground Coal Miner, you need physical stamina, basic mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or GED, often with completion of Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) training. Familiarity with mining equipment, safety gear, and ventilation systems is critical, as is adherence to strict safety protocols. Dependability, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential soft skills in this demanding environment. These competencies ensure safe and efficient operations while minimizing risks in hazardous underground conditions.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level underground coal miners, and how can new hires prepare for them?

Entry level underground coal miners often face challenges such as adapting to physically demanding work, working in confined and low-light environments, and following strict safety protocols. New hires can prepare by focusing on physical fitness, familiarizing themselves with basic mining safety procedures, and being ready to work as part of a team. It's important to communicate openly with experienced miners and supervisors, as teamwork and clear communication are essential for maintaining safety and productivity underground.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Underground Coal Miner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $52,564 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Coal Miner /Coal Mining / Underground *SIGN ON & RETENTION BONUS

JENNMAR Services

Prosperity, PA • On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Underground Coal Miner / Coal Mining
JENNMAR Services, is currently seeking Experienced and Inexperienced Underground Coal Miners for the Prosperity, Claysville & Waynesburg, PA areas. These are full-time coal mining positions with competitive salary and benefits available.
No training? No problem!! We offer free MSHA 80 Hour training to get you started!

Benefits for Experienced (Black Hat) and Inexperienced (Red Hat) Miners:

PAY RATES

*SIGN ON & RETENTION BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES**

  • $22-24/hr RedHat (Inexprienced) Coal Miner
  • $27-28/hr BlackHat Coal (Experienced) Miner
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with matching after 6 months

Job Responsibilities for Experienced (Black Hat) and Inexperienced (Red Hat) Miners:

  • General labor
  • Roller and screen changes
  • Belt work
  • Steel sets
  • Overcasts
  • Jacks
  • Seal preparation
  • Pumpable cribs
  • Scoop operating
  • Bolting
  • Gunnite
  • Other laborer duties as required

Job Requirements Experienced (Black Hat) and Inexperienced (Red Hat) Miners:

  • Underground PA Experienced Coal Miner or Apprentice Coal Miner Certification in state of PA Required.
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Able to work any shifts, including weekends and holidays required.
  • Ability to pass background and drug (Hair Follicle) & alcohol testing required.

At JENNMAR Services, our employees are our most important assets and is committed to them with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits plan, including 401(k). We are consistently employing individuals in the Coal Mining (Underground and Surface), Oil & Gas, Construction, Manufacturing and Industrial industries.

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About JENNMAR Services

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Whether you’re seeking a job or seeking an employee, when many people think of a staffing agency, they think of a middleman whose only concern is to fill slots with warm bodies for someone else. Quantity over quality. Sadly, that is how some agencies work. At JENNMAR Services, the men and women we hire work for us, first and foremost. JENNMAR Services employees earn competitive pay and benefits, including a 401K plan. We scrutinize, test, and train everyone we hire as if they were to be our permanent employees... because they are. While the vast majority of the positions we offer lead to full-time, permanent positions with other companies, the people we hire work for us until they are prepared to move on, all the while gaining skills and confidence or simply demonstrating their value to a company eager to hire them.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Canonsburg, PA, US

Year founded

2018

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