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Summer Cooperative Student - Heavy Equipment Operator

North American Coal Corporation | Underwood, ND

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Posted Date 1/27/2025
Description CURRENT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using "Jobs Hub" in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only.

Employee Type: Co-op (Trainee)

This program is designed for students currently pursuing an associate or technical degree, who have completed a portion of their curriculum, and will be completing their program after the internship experience. It is not designed for graduates.

Job Description:

Duties/Tasks:

Duties at the surface coal mine will be wide and varied, based on needs of the operation. These duties may include all or some of the following:

  • Conduct pre-operation safety checks (walk arounds) of equipment, mounting and dismounting, and operate the following equipment: track dozer, scraper, blade, rubber-tired dozer, overburden truck, water truck, and excavator.
  • Perform the proper instrument checks and warm and cold weather equipment start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined on the warning plates in the cab and in the operator's manual.
  • Read survey stakes and station markers and understand different slopes. Able to operate equipment fitted with GPS systems.
  • Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures and state and federal environmental regulations.
  • May assist or service equipment and perform routine repairs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to work under adverse conditions such as mud and frost. Also understand the workings of the equipment so as to operate properly and within tolerances as well as to perform preventive maintenance and servicing which may be required. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and able to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Educational Requirements:

Enrolled in accredited heavy equipment operator program and in good academic standing.

Benefits:

Medical Insurance

401K & Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Intern Fees Paid

Housing Allowance

Requirements:

Steel Toe Shoes

Starting Salary: $31.28 (Hourly)

Starting Date: May of 2025

End Date: August of 2025

EEO Statement:

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.
Salary31.28 Hour
Trade
Equipment Operator
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