Position Type: Full-Time

The Dispatcher plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of underground mining activities. This position is responsible for real-time monitoring of personnel, environmental conditions, and critical systems, while maintaining clear and reliable communication between underground operations and surface support. The Dispatcher serves as a central coordination point, supporting emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

•    Monitors underground air quality and ventilation levels.

•    Maintains real-time awareness of the location of all underground personnel.

•    Maintains continuous radio communication with underground crews.

•    Monitors critical systems electronically to ensure proper operation and promptly reports issues.

•    Maintains a thorough understanding of the mine layout and emergency evacuation procedures.

•    Cleans, calibrates, and maintains records for gas monitoring equipment.

•    Cleans, inspects, and repairs cap lamps; maintains associated records.

•    Demonstrates proficiency in required computer systems and programs.

•    Provides back-office and administrative support, including but not limited to the following:

•    Answering phones and managing incoming communications

•    Uploading and maintaining daily personnel rosters

•    Maintain and distribute daily production reports

•    Maintain and distribute incident reports and related information

•    Scanning, copying, and maintaining documentation

•    Taking and organizing notes as needed for cross-shift

PERFORMANCE FACTORS / COMPETENCIES:

To perform the essential functions of this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

•    Interpersonal skills – maintains professional working relationships with work crews.  

•    Oral communication – speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

•    Electronic communication – ability to use email, phone, mine phone and tracker text messaging.

•    Planning/organizing – prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.

•    Quality control – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

•    Adaptability and flexibility – adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

•    Dependability – is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

•    Safety and security – actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

REQUIRED TRAINING, EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE:

•    High School diploma or GED required

•    Annual refresher training

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Physical & Mental Requirements:

•    Walking, standing, and sitting at desk.

•    Lifting, bending and stooping.  

•    Ability to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs. 

•    Ability to push and/or pull 5-25 lbs.

•    Ability to carry on conversations (speaking and hearing) for extended periods of time.

•    Ability to use keyboard frequently.

•    Ability to work well alone

•    Ability to work with a high level of detail.

•    Ability to meet frequent deadlines.

•    Fast-paced environment – must be able to handle high-stress situations and adapt to change.

•    Due to the nature of working around other employees and other schedules, patience and perseverance are excellent attributes in this position.

•    Must be able to prioritize and organize time well.

Benefits:

•    Competitive salary and benefits package.

•    Health, dental, and vision insurance.

•    Retirement plan.

•    Paid time off.

•    Opportunities for career advancement and training.

Disclaimer: The details provided in this job posting are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Signal Peak Energy LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the mining industry. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Rotating Schedule:
4 days on - 4 days off
12-hour shifts (7am-7pm or 7pm-7am)
Days, Nights, Weekends and Holidays