Vo-Tech Intern - Electrical at Peabody Energy

Posted in General Business about 2 hours ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Wright, Wyoming





Job Description:

About the role:

We are currently seeking a VoTech- Electrical to join our Maintenance team at our North Antelope Rochelle Mine (NARM). NARM is the world's largest surface coal mine and is located in Wright, Wyoming. The mine produces high quality thermal coal that is loaded onto haul trucks and then shipped by rail. It has approximately 465 million tons of coal reserves.

As part of Campbell County, Wright is a safe, tight-knit community with outstanding schools, and various recreational opportunities.

Peabody's NARM Mine has a safety-first culture and strives to have zero recordable MSHA injuries/incidents.

The Vo-Tech Student Electrical Technician will assist, under supervision, with maintaining, troubleshoot and repair in a safe, efficient, and productive manner on a variety of electrical equipment required for mining and plant operations.

Duties will include:


  • Visibly support and champion Peabody's Mission and Values.
  • Act in accordance with and adhere to Safety as a Way of Life Management System.
  • Assist with troubleshooting, designing, installing and repairing electronic systems and circuits.
  • Assist with programming and troubleshooting PLC's.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and maintaining DC control systems.
  • Assist with installing electrical circuits, services, controls in an industrial environment in accordance with CFR 30 and NEC.
  • Assist with installing, repairing and maintaining high voltage equipment, (transformers, powerline, trail cable, breakers and sub-stations). This also includes repair, installation and troubleshooting on overcurrent relays, under voltage relays, ground detection relays and ground monitor relays
  • Assist with repairing and removing motors, DC generators, capacitors and transformers. (Change out rotors, field coils, armatures and bearings).
  • Experience the different control systems on mobile mining equipment (Draglines, Shovels, Electric Trucks and Loaders).
  • Conduct safety observations and complete safety interactions monthly.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Company.

The Lifestyle:

This position will work a rotational schedule, which will/may include weekends, holidays as deemed necessary.

We provide 401K matching, medical, dental and vision health plans with minimal cost to the employee. Benefit eligibility and PTO starts on your first day of work.

About you:


  • Enrolled in A.A.S Electrical Technology or Industrial Electricity program

  • Knowledge of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Knowledge of CRF30 and NEC.
  • Knowledge of control systems on mobile mining equipment.
  • Knowledge of electrical construction techniques.

Physical Requirements - Surface:


  • Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
  • Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
  • Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders
  • Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
  • Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination
  • Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 - 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the course of work shift
  • Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area
  • The job requires that you be able to work various shifts (required shifts include days, evenings and nights with rotating schedules, weekends and holidays
  • Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination
  • Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 - 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the course of work shift
  • Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area
  • The job requires that you be able to work various shifts (required shifts include days, evenings and nights with rotating schedules, weekends and holidays

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. Peabody reserves the right to revise job descriptions or change and/or modify job responsibilities, functions and requirements as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

About Peabody:

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.

People are at the core of Peabody's ability to deliver business results & serve our communities & we offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognizes, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect are supported and engaged.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at: Peabody - US Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)

EEO Disclaimer: Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply to Peabody today #buildingbruighterfutures

EEO Disclaimer

Peabody is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Nearest Major Market: Wyoming
Job Segment: Coal Mining, Sustainability, Electrical, High Voltage, Mining, Energy, Engineering





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