Utility/Heavy Equipment Operators-May2026

BNI Coal Ltd.

Center, ND

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
Center, ND
POSTED
6 days ago

BNI Coal, Ltd., a BNI Energy company and subsidiary of ALLETE, Inc. with locations in Bismarck & Center, ND is now accepting applications for the following positions at the Center Mine, Center, ND:  utility/heavy equipment operators.

Responsibilities:  General labor as utility/heavy equipment operator including:

  • Operate and maintain large mining equipment 
  • Pump water and maintain pumps, and assist mechanics
  • Must be proficient in operating large mining equipment and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Shift work

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Three years’ work experience.  Two year college degree may be substituted for 2 years work experience
  • Experience in operating large construction/earth moving equipment is required
  • Experience with electrical, welding, dragline maintenance, or diesel mechanics are preferred but not required
  •  Computer skills desired

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Excellent benefit package includes:

  •  401k retirement plan 
  • Health, dental and vision insurance with $0 employee premiums 
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Vacation
  • Sick leave

Probationary wage is $41.05/hour, $53.26/hour after six months.
Deadline to apply is 4:00pm on May 18, 2026.

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BNI Coal Ltd.