Background: BNI Coal, Ltd., a BNI Energy company and subsidiary of ALLETE, Inc. with locations in Bismarck and Center, ND is now accepting applications for the following position(s) at the Center Mine in Center, ND. Please see below for more details.
Each year, BNI Coal mines 4 to 4.5 million tons of lignite, supplying two steam electric units of the Milton R. Young Station situated adjacent to the BNI mining operations. The Mining process disturbs and reclaims approximately 310 acres per year. The electricity made from BNI's lignite lights up farms and businesses in eastern North Dakota and northern Minnesota.
Responsibilities: General labor as a utility/heavy equipment operator, such as: operate and maintain large mining equipment, pump water and maintain pumps, and assist with mechanics. Must be proficient in operating large mining equipment and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Shift work.
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED; valid driver’s license, 3 years’ work experience. Two year college degree may be substituted for 2 years work experience. Experience in operating large construction/earth moving equipment is required. Experience with electrical, welding, dragline maintenance, or diesel mechanics are preferred but not required. Computer skills desired. Probationary wage is $39.85/hour, minimum $49.82/hour after 6-month probationary period.
Excellent benefit package including 401k retirement plan, health, dental and vision insurance with fully company paid premiums, company paid life insurance, vacation and sick leave.
For more information on this exciting career opportunity, please visit https://bnicoalltd.applytojob.com/apply/gLF42TldVp/UtilityHeavy-Equipment-Operator-May-2024. Deadline to apply is May 15, 2024. Employer will not sponsor Visas for position. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled.
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