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Job Description
R.G. Johnson Company is looking for motivated and driven individuals to join our shaft sinking and Shop crews in a Mechanic/Electrician position.
Duties and responsibilities
A Driller's primary responsibilities and work phases include:
Job setup
Construction of outbuildings, preparation of equipment and materials, construction power distribution set up of feeder / branch circuits and all associated project wiring.
Equipment Maintenance: Performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting / reactive maintenance on equipment that has experienced a fault and or operational deficiency. This work typically involves the following type of equipment and systems:
Hydraulic systems comprised of gear pumps, piston pumps, bent axis motors, electric and mechanical directional control valves and corresponding circuits.
Electric motors and all associated equipment up to 250hp.
Electric controls consisting of programmable logic controllers and associated sensors and I/O hardware.
Material and personnel rated mine construction winches that are coupled to 35-ton stiffleg derricks.
Earthmoving equipment such as: dozers, end loaders, excavators, and rock trucks.
Pneumatic equipment such as: radial piston air motors, vane motors, diesel and electric compressors, and percussion / rotary drilling hammers and breakers.
Job Requirements
Standard Requirements for Driller Position
Ability to perform required physical labor
High School Diploma or GED
Passing Criminal Background Check (for ATF clearance related to blasting)
Passing Drug Test
Preferred Requirements for Driller Position
32 or 40 hour MSHA New Miner Training completion* *This training is required for the position. If applicant has not participated in the required training, R.G. Johnson will help to accommodate the training prior to employment.
Experience with the aforementioned equipment and systems described in the primary responsibilities.
Experience working on a crew/team in construction industry.
Completion of technical school or program.
Ability to read and comprehend electrical and hydraulic schematics including ladder logic.
Proficiency with Allen Bradley or other equivalent software related to programming and or maintenance of PLC controlled equipment.
Ability to effectively use field laptops and compile reports associated with maintenance activities
Commercial drivers’ license.
Welding and fabrication skills.
Why Join R.G. Johnson?
Low attrition rate, high employee satisfaction
Smaller, family-oriented business
First-rate Retirement Plan with opportunity for up to 9% company match
Predictable work schedule
Potential for additional end-of-year profit sharing plan
Full, employee-friendly health & medical benefits
Wage rates competitive with mining industry
Opportunity for advancement for top performers
Paid vacation days with additional company holidays
