Shop Supervisor

Shop Supervisor – Fossil Rock Mine

Job Location: Canyon Fuel Company – Fossil Rock Mine

Position Summary:

The Shop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating maintenance tasks on a variety of heavy and light-duty equipment used in the mining industry. This role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various mining and support equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. The Shop Supervisor will work closely with the Maintenance Manager, and Maintenance Planner to plan, organize, and schedule all maintenance activities at the coal mine.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Coordination: Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Planner to plan, organize, and schedule diesel maintenance activities for the mine. Ensure that all maintenance tasks are performed safely and in compliance with federal and state regulations, maintaining equipment availability and reliability to meet the mine's safety, cost, productivity, and environmental goals.

Supervision and Training: Provide supervision, training, and direction to maintenance employees as needed. Conduct task training for personnel, ensuring they are properly equipped and knowledgeable to perform their duties safely and efficiently.

Safety and Compliance: Implement and enforce all company safety policies and procedures. Ensure that all work performed complies with federal and state regulatory requirements, including MSHA diesel regulations.

Maintenance and Repair: Perform maintenance repairs, troubleshooting, and servicing on large mining equipment such as Wagner Scoops and other specialized machinery. Utilize maintenance manuals, parts books, and low-voltage electrical, air, and hydraulic schematics to diagnose and repair equipment.

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, parts used, and equipment status. Report any safety incidents, equipment failures, or maintenance concerns to the Maintenance Manager.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improving maintenance processes, equipment availability and equipment performance. Participate in ongoing training and development to stay current with industry best practices and advancements in mining equipment technology.

Preferred Education & Experience:

A minimum of 10 years of underground maintenance experience, with prior supervisory experience preferred. Extensive experience with MSHA diesel regulations and maintenance of underground mining equipment. Must have MSHA Electrical Certification and Mine Foreman Certification. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, parts books, and schematics.

Essential Functions:

Regularly required to reach, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls with hands, arms, legs, and feet. Capable of standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing ladders/steps. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds for short distances. Must be able to communicate effectively with others and hear well. Vision abilities must include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must maintain mental focus and concentration while performing duties. Able to perform duties day and night, on all surfaces, and in various weather conditions.

POSITION WILL REPORT TO: Maintenance Manager