About Peabody:

 

Peabody was founded in 1883 and has grown to be a leading pure-play coal company serving power and steel customers in more than 15 countries on five continents. The company offers significant scale, high-quality assets, and diversity in geography and products. 

 

Peabody employs over 4,000 people and have 17 operations in the United States and Australia.  Our employees are guided by seven core values: safety, customer focus, leadership, people, excellence, integrity and sustainability.

 

Purpose of the Role:

 

Troubleshoot, repair and perform preventive maintenance on all components associated with the longwall.

 

Key Accountabilities:

 

Visually inspect shearer and shields for problems during longwall operation Operate underground longwall mining equipment in production and support activities. Repair of various components of longwall shearing equipment. Dismantling shields for longwall move. Repair hydraulic lifts. Replace hydraulic hoses. Replace bits on shearer. Communicate with coworkers.

 

About you:

 

Must be knowledgeable of State and Federal mining regulations pertaining to underground mining. Must have two (2) year underground longwall mining experience. Certified Electrician Must possess high school diploma or GED. Must have high safety standards for self and others. Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to communicate and coordinate with coworkers and supervisors. Must be willing to work any assigned shift, overtime, weekends and holidays.

 

Physical Requirements:

 

Must have the ability to stand for 8 hours on uneven, rocky surfaces. Must have the ability to be seated for up to 8 hours to operate equipment or vehicles. Must have the ability to walk for up to 8 hours at a time in uneven and wet conditions through sections of the mine with varying degrees of clearance and headroom. Must have the ability to don and wear a SCSR in compliance with the approved MSHA evacuation plan. Must have the ability to lift 50 to 70 pounds without mechanical assistance. Must have the ability to bend or stoop for a full work period as a result of the mine height. Must have the ability to climb on and off equipment and ladders. Must have the ability to work in damp, dimly lit, and confined work areas.

 

This is a Safety Sensitive Role.  Individuals in safety sensitive roles (i.e., role where impaired performance could credibly result in fatality or permanently disabling injury), with or without an accommodation cannot have:

 

An uncontrolled condition which is likely to cause loss of consciousness or ability to control a motor vehicle or other large machinery. An uncontrolled respiratory or cardiac dysfunction likely to interfere with the ability to operate a motor vehicle or other large machinery. A current clinical diagnosis of high blood pressure likely to interfere with ability to operate a motor vehicle or other large machinery. A current or unregulated mental or psychiatric disorder likely to interfere with ability to drive a motor vehicle or other large machinery.

 

In addition, individuals must meet the minimum vison and hearing requirements to fulfil a safety sensitive role:

 

At least 20/40 acuity (Snellen) in each eye with or without correction. At least 70° field of vision in horizontal meridian measured in each eye. The use of corrective lenses should be noted on the Medical Examiner's Certificate.  No more than 40dB average hearing loss in better ear (with or without hearing aid).

 
Note:  This description merely reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the position identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.  Changes in operation or job content may require that this description be revised from time to time in the company’s sole discretion.

 

EEO Disclaimer: Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Peabody is a globally diverse company which offers an inclusive work environment to engage, recognize and develop employees. The company values the power of inclusion and diversity as a competitive advantage and is committed to increasing the number of diverse employees throughout its operations.  We welcome applications from all diversity groups to assist us in honoring our commitment.

 

Apply to Peabody today and grow your career with us.

 

For more information, visit Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com).

 

Please apply directly as submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered without prior approval.  All applications will be treated as highly confidential and will not be disclosed beyond HR and the hiring manager.