Welder / Maintenance Mechanic Intern

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Employee Type: Intern (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 coop/intern experience. It is not designed for graduates. The successful applicants will be trained to operate a boom truck, welding truck, forklift and other support equipment.

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:

• Assist with troubleshooting, routine maintenance and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on draglines, coal shovels and facilities.
• Read and understand blueprints with the ability to assemble and fabricate parts from them.
• Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and state and federal environmental regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Enrolled in accredited welding or mechanical maintenance program and in good academic standing with the college or university.
• Completed a portion of college in the associated field of study and intents on completing the degree.
• Applicants need to have a valid driver’s license
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Steel-toed Shoes

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K & Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Intern Fees Paid (approval required)
• Housing Stipend

Starting Salary: $33.20 (Hourly)

Starting Date: May of 2027

End Date: August of 2027 or December of 2027

For additional questions contact:

Libby Werth

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Tara Berger

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Annette Presser

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ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION :

• Intermittent: None
  
  
• Occasionally (0 -1/3 of workday): Climbing stairs, bending, stooping, squatting, and working on elevated work or standing.
  
  
• Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday): Walking, lift floor to waist (60 lbs.), lift waist to eye (25 lbs.), bilateral carry (60 lbs.), unilateral carry (25 lbs.), and push and pull (50 lbs.).
  
  
• Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): Lift floor to waist (60 lbs.), lift waist to eye (25 lbs.), bilateral carry (60 lbs.), unilateral carry (25 lbs.), and push and pull (50 lbs.).

NOTE: This position requires working rotating shifts. The role involves approximately 50% indoor work and 50% outdoor work. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to steel-toe boots, safety glasses, a hard hat, face shield, and respirator. Must also successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and the applicable Job Function Test (JFT).

External individuals interested should apply online at:

Advertising and Application dates:

September 11, 2026 – TBD

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.