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Orla Mining Ltd

Mine Rescue Chief

Elko, NV · On-site

Mine Rescue Chief Job Summary: As Equinox Gold continues to grow, we are seeking a Mine Rescue Chief to join our team and play a key role in the health and safety of our employees. In this role, you ...

Orla Mining Ltd

Mine Rescue Chief

Elko, NV · On-site

Mine Rescue Chief Job Summary: As Equinox Gold continues to grow, we are seeking a Mine Rescue Chief to join our team and play a key role in the health and safety of our employees. In this role, you ...

Lhoist Group

Mine Engineer

Crab Orchard, TN · On-site

Fully participate in Crab Orchard's Mine Rescue Team. This position will function as the "step-up" leader when needed to direct the mining employees or contractors as needed. RESPONSIBILITIES ...

Lhoist Group

Mine Engineer

Crab Orchard, TN · On-site

Fully participate in Crab Orchard's Mine Rescue Team. This position will function as the "step-up" leader when needed to direct the mining employees or contractors as needed. RESPONSIBILITIES ...

Lhoist Group

Mine Engineer

Crab Orchard, TN · On-site

Fully participate in Crab Orchard's Mine Rescue Team. This position will function as the "step-up" leader when needed to direct the mining employees or contractors as needed. RESPONSIBILITIES ...

Lhoist Group

Fully participate in Crab Orchard's Mine Rescue Team. This position will function as the "step-up" leader when needed to direct the mining employees or contractors as needed.**RESPONSIBILITIES ...

State of Indiana

Chief Mine Inspector

Vincennes, IN · On-site

$59K/yr

As the Chief Mine Inspector, you will be responsible for being involved in onsite mine inspections for all underground coal mines in Indiana, assisting the Deputy Commissioner with mine rescue and ...

State of Indiana

Chief Mine Inspector

Vincennes, IN · On-site

$59K/yr

As the Chief Mine Inspector, you will be responsible for being involved in onsite mine inspections for all underground coal mines in Indiana, assisting the Deputy Commissioner with mine rescue and ...

Rural Metro Fire Department

Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training. * Evaluates ...

Guardian Flight

Mine Paramedic

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training. * Evaluates ...

Rural Metro Fire Department

Mine Paramedic

Nevada, IA · On-site

Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training. * Evaluates ...

Global Medical Response

Mine Paramedic

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training. * Evaluates ...

Guardian Flight

Mine Paramedic

Winnemucca, NV

Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training. * Evaluates ...

Guardian Flight

Mine Paramedic

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training. * Evaluates ...

Skyline Mine

Safety Coordinator

Helper, UT · On-site

Coordinates emergency preparedness activities, mine rescue support, evacuation drills, and emergency response planning.Reviews proposed operational changes, equipment modifications, and projects to ...

Skyline Mine

Safety Coordinator

Helper, UT · On-site

Coordinates emergency preparedness activities, mine rescue support, evacuation drills, and emergency response planning.Reviews proposed operational changes, equipment modifications, and projects to ...

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How much do mine rescue jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for mine rescue in the United States is $26.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mine rescue?

A Mine Rescue job involves responding to emergencies in underground and surface mining operations, including cave-ins, fires, explosions, or hazardous gas leaks. Mine rescue teams are specially trained to conduct search and rescue operations, provide first aid, and ensure safe evacuation of miners. They use specialized equipment such as breathing apparatus, gas detectors, and communication devices to work in hazardous conditions. Team members must undergo rigorous training, regular drills, and maintain physical fitness to respond effectively. Their ultimate goal is to protect lives and minimize risks in mining emergencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in mine rescue, and why are they important?

To excel in Mine Rescue, you need a background in mine safety, emergency response training, and physical fitness, often supported by certifications in mine rescue operations and first aid. Mastery of specialized rescue equipment, breathing apparatus, and radio communication systems is vital. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and stress management are valuable soft skills for this role. These qualities enable mine rescuers to operate effectively in hazardous environments, ensuring the safe recovery of personnel during emergencies.

What are the typical challenges faced by mine rescue team members?

Mine Rescue team members often work in extreme conditions such as poor visibility, confined spaces, and exposure to hazardous gases, which require staying calm and focused under pressure. They must be prepared for physically demanding tasks and rapid changes in the situation, such as collapses or fires, which can happen without warning. Collaboration with other emergency personnel, mine engineers, and command centers is essential to coordinate rescue efforts promptly and safely. The job demands continuous training, adaptability, and strict adherence to safety protocols to protect themselves and support effective rescue operations.

How do you become a mine rescue worker?

To become a mine rescue worker, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training in mine rescue techniques, first aid, and safety procedures. Many employers require certification in mine rescue operations and physical fitness, and workers often gain experience through entry-level roles in mining or emergency response before advancing to rescue teams.

How much do mine rescue personnel make?

Mine rescue personnel typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and employer. They often require specialized training and certifications, and may work in challenging underground environments with irregular schedules.
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Infographic showing various Mine Rescue job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,819 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Mine Rescue Chief

Elko, NV • On-site

Orla Mining Ltd
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Are you looking to make your mark and grow your career with a company on the rise? We'd love to have you on our team!
Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines across the Canada, United States, Mexico and Nicaragua. Guided by our core values of integrity, excellence, accountability, and teamwork, we foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where a talented, experienced team works together to deliver reliable operations, responsible mining, and long-term value to its shareholders and host communities.
Get in at the ground floor with our South Railroad Project, a construction-ready, open-pit heap leach project located on the world-class Carlin Trend in Nevada, one of the most prolific gold-producing regions on the planet. The project is backed by a completed feasibility study outlining an average of 130,000 ounces of gold per year over the first five years and an initial 10-year mine life. Join us at this pivotal stage and help bring Nevada's next gold mine to life.
Job Title: Mine Rescue Chief
Job Summary:
As Equinox Gold continues to grow, we are seeking a Mine Rescue Chief to join our team and play a key role in the health and safety of our employees. In this role, you will develop, implement, and maintain emergency response plans, firefighting procedures, evacuation and rescue protocols, emergency medical response arrangements, and responder readiness in alignment with regulatory requirements and recognized industry best practices.
This position also supports compliance with the International Cyanide Management Code by developing cyanide emergency response procedures, coordinating medical response arrangements, training responders, and conducting drills, tabletop exercises, and scenario-based simulations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, maintain and implement site emergency response plans, procedures and response standards for surface gold operation, including fire, medical, rescue, hazardous materials, severe weather, wildland fire, spill, cyanide and security-related emergencies.
  • Establish emergency medical assistance, patient stabilization, transport arrangements and response protocols for injured or ill persons, including remote-area response considerations.
  • Build, lead and maintain the site Mine Rescue/Emergency Response Team capability appropriate for a surface mine, heap leach, ADR and processing operation.
  • Develop and deliver competency-based training for responders, including incident command, scene size-up, rescue techniques, medical response, firefighting, hazardous materials, cyanide response, confined space support, traffic control and communications.
  • Administer and support crisis management system training for site leadership, emergency management team members and functional responders.
  • Develop realistic tabletop, functional and field-based scenarios for mine emergencies, including wildland fire, cyanide exposure/release, vehicle incidents, severe weather, missing person, security threats, process incidents and mass casualty events.
  • Coordinate cyanide response training for emergency responders, process personnel, security, environmental, medical providers and contractors with roles in cyanide-related emergencies.
  • Ensure cyanide response equipment, PPE, decontamination resources, monitoring equipment, antidote/medical protocols, communications and transport arrangements are identified, available and maintained as applicable.
  • Provide leadership or technical support during emergency incidents using an incident command approach appropriate to the scale and complexity of the event.
  • Support investigations and reviews of emergency events, near misses, drills and unplanned activations; identify root causes, response gaps and corrective actions.

Required Experience & Skills:
  • Minimum 7 years of emergency response and/or mine rescue experience, preferably in a mining environment.
  • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience as a Chief, Emergency Response Leader, or in a comparable emergency response leadership role.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in mining, mineral processing, heavy industrial operations, or emergency services.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in emergency response, incident command, firefighting, technical rescue, and medical response.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with MSHA regulations, the International Cyanide Management Code, hazardous materials response, and crisis management systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead emergency response activities with confidence, sound judgment, and composure in high-pressure situations.
  • Strong knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), emergency preparedness, emergency planning, drills, and after-action review processes.
  • Proven ability to build emergency response capability through training, coaching, mentoring, and team development.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees, contractors, regulatory agencies, and emergency responders.
  • Excellent organizational, documentation, and recordkeeping skills with experience supporting audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, emergency preparedness, and operational excellence.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and emergency notification or crisis management systems.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with training, records management, and inspection management software.

Certifications:
  • AEMT/Paramedic preferred
  • Cyanide response training
  • MSHA Instructor/Mine Rescue or Emergency Response instructor

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field preferred.

At Equinox Gold, our commitment to teamwork means building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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