Training Specialist - Mine

Overview

The Mine Training Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating, conducting, and documenting training programs for underground and surface employees in accordance with MSHA regulations, Illinois mining laws, and the mine's approved training plan. This position administers Part 48 training programs including New Miner, Experienced Miner, Annual Refresher, Task, Hazard, Contractor, and Mine Rescue training. The Mine Training Specialist maintains all required training records and certifications, coordinates regulatory training requirements, and evaluates training effectiveness to ensure a safe, compliant, and highly skilled workforce.

This position works closely with mine management, supervisors, regulatory agencies, and employees to promote a culture of safety, compliance, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement throughout the mining operation.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for conducting, coordinating, and documenting Part 48 miner training for both surface and underground miners in accordance with applicable MSHA regulations and the mine's approved training plan.
• Conduct New Miner, Experienced Miner, Annual Refresher, Task, Hazard, Contractor, and other required Part 48 training programs.
• Conduct New Miner Training in both classroom and underground settings, providing new miners with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience necessary to safely and effectively work in an underground coal mining environment.
• Provide supervision and instruction of employees during training programs and evaluate employee comprehension, competency, and qualification requirements.
• Deliver classroom, field, hands‑on, and computer‑based training presentations for new and existing employees.
• Conduct site‑specific hazard training and orientations for employees, contractors, vendors, visitors, and other individuals entering mine property.
• Conduct Self‑Contained Self‑Rescuer (SCSR) training and hands‑on exercises to ensure miners are proficient in the proper use and deployment of self‑rescuer during mine emergencies.
• Schedule, coordinate, conduct, and document Annual Refresher Training and other mandatory regulatory training programs required by MSHA, state agencies, and company policy.
• Maintain all required training records, databases, LMS systems, certifications, and documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Track training progress, monitor compliance status, and prepare weekly, monthly, and annual training reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.
• Assess and identify training needs throughout the operation and work with department managers to develop, schedule, and administer technical, safety, and mandatory training programs.
• Coordinate training provided by internal departments, outside instructors, contractors, regulatory agencies, and third‑party training vendors.
• Deliver just‑in‑time training in response to equipment malfunctions, operating errors, safety concerns, incidents, regulatory changes, or identified performance gaps.
• Schedule and coordinate annual electrical retraining for qualified electricians and ensure all training requirements and documentation are completed and maintained.
• Coordinate with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to schedule, facilitate, and maintain records for required hoist operator certifications, examinations, and renewals.
• Coordinate and administer mine rescue training programs, emergency preparedness activities, and mine emergency response exercises in accordance with MSHA requirements and company standards.
• Organize and maintain mine rescue team training…