Hard Skills
IntermediateJackleg Drill OperationThe ability to operate handheld pneumatic drills used for drilling horizontal or upward holes in underground mines.
IntermediateGround Support InstallationInstalling rock bolts, screen, and resin to stabilize the roof and walls of underground tunnels.
IntermediateBlast Pattern InterpretationReading and executing drilling layouts according to engineering specifications for optimal rock fragmentation.
IntermediateEquipment Maintenance and TroubleshootingPerforming basic field repairs and preventative maintenance on pneumatic drills and hoses.
Soft Skills
AdvancedUnderground Hazard IdentificationThe cognitive ability to detect loose rock, gas pockets, or failing support structures in confined spaces.
IntermediatePhysical Stamina and ResilienceThe capacity to perform high-intensity manual labor in humid, dark, and confined underground environments.