Maintenance Apprentice

This position is located at Marion County Coal Resources in Metz, WV. We are seeking to recruit entry-level mining mechanics to participate in a maintenance training program in an effort to develop future mine mechanics. Additional details of the program will be explained if candidate is selected for a formal interview.

At ACNR, Inc., there is potential for advancement and to further your career! If you are interested in pursuing a career with great potential, we want you!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively
• The training program will be a “hands on” program with minimal classroom time.
• Ability to learn, work with, and interact with fellow employees in a friendly and safe work environment
• Performing tasks effectively and efficiently
• Working safely in all areas

Experience

• 80-hour WV underground “red hat” certification is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completed courses of Vo-Tech study in electrical, mechanical, welding, and mining programs are preferred but not required.
• Field experience as an electrician, welder, auto mechanic, or similar career is preferred but not required.

Job Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Electrical, mechanical, welding, and mining programs completed at vocational school, preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver’s license
• Regular and punctual attendance
• Compliance with company policies, procedures and safety standards
• MSHA Certification (training available if needed)
• Must be able to successfully pass a post-offer drug test, company physical, and background check
• Must be able to successfully complete industry-approved training courses
• Must be able to work safely and effectively as part of a team or independently
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship

JOB SCHEDULE AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed or as schedule requires (subject to applicant’s religious practices)
• Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule on a 24/7 basis (subject to the applicant’s religious practices)
• Ability to lift floor-to-waist and waist-to-overhead
• Ability to push/pull as needed
• Standing, bending, step climbing, crawling and working overhead
• Ability to perform heavy labor and lift 50+ pounds as needed
• Ability to work in a physically demanding atmosphere when needed
• Ability to work underground and on surface as needed

Benefits

• 401k with 6% employer match for eligible employees
• Employee Savings Plans for eligible employees
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision & Rx benefits
• Basic Life/ADD Insurance; optional Term Life, Accidental Life Insurance
• Additional Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance benefits available
• Short and Long-Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Monthly & annual bonus plans for eligible employees
• Paid holidays and paid vacation