Surface Coal Mining in Wright, WY, Rock Springs, WY, and Ackerman, MS, plus 1 more

Surface coal mining operators extract coal from near the ground using open-pit and strip-mining methods, with work focused on removing overburden, operating heavy equipment, and supporting haulage and site operations. Job seekers may find roles such as equipment operator, miner/helper, mechanics/maintenance, safety and environmental support, and lab/inspection work. Expect hands-on, outdoor, shift-based work around large machinery, with safety training and site-specific compliance requirements.