POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Mine Survey Technician
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Quality Control Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Underground Mine Survey Technician at American Rock Salt plays a crucial role in mapping and measuring our underground salt mine supporting safety, operations, and regulatory compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct surveys of the underground mine to include precise measurements and detailed maps.
- Utilize Leica surveying equipment and supporting technology (CAD/Carlson Software) to create detailed maps & models, monitor structural stability, and accurately collect data.
- Maintain an accurate record of maps and survey findings.
- Collaborate with engineering and mining teams to ensure project objectives and deadlines are met.
- Effectively communicate information supporting operations and resource management.
- Adhere to MSHA regulations and safety standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
- Previous experience working in the mining industry.
- MSHA: Detailed knowledge of MSHA regulations and safety.
- Data collection and analysis.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, and technical drawings.
- Qualities: Excellent communication skills supporting project collaboration. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma and two years of mine surveyor experience.
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. The employee may be required to work on heights up to (25) feet. Must be able to climb on and off a lift truck multiple times a day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This position is required to work in an area that is dusty and that may expose an individual to occasional diesel fumes. In addition, work surfaces under feet may include solid concrete, be uneven, contain heaves, boulders, and other aggregate material that could cause unstable footing and that would require an individual to stand upon for at least eight (8) hours per day or at least forty (40) hours per week.
This is an in-person position at American Rock Salt located at 5520 Route 63, Mount Morris, NY 14510.
- Position Pay Range: $62,500 – $70,000
- Full-Time
- This position is eligible for healthcare, dental, vision, 401K, and PTO benefits.
https://americanrocksalt.com/mining-career/
(09/23/2025)
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Application:
https://americanrocksalt.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ARS_Application_6_2021.pdf