Job Information
Foresight Energy Roof Bolt Operator (Patton) in Litchfield, Illinois
Tighten ends of anchored truss bolts
Drill bolt holes into roofs at specified distances from ribs or adjacent bolts that are specified in Mine Plans
Force bolts into holes, using hydraulic mechanisms of self-propelled bolting machines.
Remove drill steels from chucks after drilling holes, and complete the bolting cycle which may require the use of wrench or wrenches to achieve the bolt installation
Drill holes to the proper depths, properly mix resin for bolt installation and test bolts for specified tension, using torque wrenches
Position safety jacks to support underground mine roofs until bolts can be installed
Position bolting machines in various cuts across the section
Install roof bolts on various angels in the mine roof and coal/rock ribs
Maintain equipment in safe operating condition and follow Company Policies, State Law, and Federal Law while operating the roof bolter
Requirements
2 + years experience as a Roof Bolter
Current Underground MSHA Experienced Miner Training
Benefits
Foresight Energy is an equal opportunity employer with excellent wage & benefit packages available that includes medical, dental, vision, & prescription benefits; life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid holidays, vacation, multiple bonus opportunities & much more.