Weekend Underground Mining Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.
Rogers Group is currently seeking an individual to fill a NIGHT SHIFT GENERAL UNDERGROUND EQUIPMENT OPERATOR position at our Gallatin Quarry, located in Gallatin, TN. The successful candidate for this role will have experience operating mining equipment in an underground mining environment, and an uncompromising focus on safety excellence. In addition to operating equipment, this individual may be required to work with the blasting process or on the ground maintaining safety items and keeping the mine well ventilated.
JOB DETAILS:

• Full-Time
• Night Shift
• Wages starting at $30.00/hr

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating a face drill and/or roof bolter in an underground hard rock mine.
• Operating a wheel loader in a confined space to muck headings and load haul trucks.
• Running a scaler or an excavator with scaler attachment to scale rock from mine walls.
• Work with explosives and the blasting process to facilitate production.
• General work around the quarry and other assigned duties may also be required.
• Perform daily pre-and post- inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA / Environmental regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
  QUALIFICATIONS:
• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• At least one-year of proficient experience operating underground mining equipment - such as a face drill, scaler, roof bolter, or loader - is preferred.
• Willing to work in an underground mining environment.
• Willing to work with explosives and the blasting process - valid TN Explosive Handlers Card or Blasting Permit - or ability to obtain/renew those permits.
• Able to operate underground mining equipment with precision and excellence in a confined space.
• Ability to pick up on new tasks quickly.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when necessary.
• Must be able to work underground and outside in all types of weather and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Self-motivated - able to work without requiring close supervision.
• Must pass pre-employment drug-screening.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday's including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

RGI EEO Statement
It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com.
About Us
Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. Established in 1908, RGI is the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.
RGI EEO Statement
It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com.