Miner at Harrison Western Construction in Lakewood, CO

Harrison Western was founded in 1968 and has provided superior design and construction services to the mining and tunneling industries for over 50 years, as well as providing geotechnical and other unique services to civil projects. Headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado, we have completed over $2 billion in mining and construction development projects that range geographically from the Arctic to the Andes.

The Miner performs tasks to support mining operations/remediation including cleaning and preparing jobsites, removing debris, loading and unloading material and assisting with operating heavy equipment. They follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA/environment regulations for safe working conditions. The Miner follows plans and instructions from the superintendent.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Operate mining equipment including by not limited to drills, muckers, trucks, forklifts and others
• Remove and install pipelines, compressed airlines, communication lines
• Concrete formwork and pours
• Rehabilitation of existing works
• Advancement of new works
• Installation and maintenance of ventilation and utilities
• Intermediate steel installation and welding
• Identify, maintain and repair general maintenance on equipment
• Follow safety rules, regulations and procedures
• Perform daily jobsite inspection
• General underground labor skills At times, may lead small crews Help mentor new employees when bringing them on site to get them up to speed and making sure they are familiar with the project.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and requirements:

• 3+ years’ prior mining experience

• Ability to read blueprints

• Recognize hazards and safety risks

• Strong work ethic

• Have a current Driver’s License and Dependable Transportation

• Regular attendance required

• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and comply with random drug testing throughout employment.

• Ability to obtain an Employee Possessor Permit from the ATF

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts, day or night
• Ability to routinely lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work underground and outside in all types of weather
• Ability to work within confined spaces and in the dark
• Ability to kneel, bend and stoop down for prolonged periods of time
• Tolerate being exposed to loud noises

Skills and Specifications:

· Ability to take direction from supervision

· Recognize hazards and safety risks

· Familiar with equipment and tools required for the position

· Ability to lift 50 lbs

· Working in a standing, sitting, or other physical positions

· Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions.

· ATF Clearance

Compensation and Benefits include:

· Starting pays between $32.00 to $35.00 DOE

· Per Diem - paid based on location

· 3 Medical plans to choose from

· Vision and Dental Plans

· 8 paid holidays

· 401k with Company match that is immediately vested

It is the policy of Harrison Western not to discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information or national origin. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training including apprenticeship, layoff and termination. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We especially encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the HR department at hr@harwest.com.