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8517
ASSISTANT INSPECTOR-AT-LARGE
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs experienced journey
level work supervising and directing the execution and
enforcement of West Virginia Coal Mine Safety Laws. Meets with
coal company officers and UMWA officials to hear and resolve
complaints. Performs related work as required.
Examples of Work
Inspects surface and quarry mines for compliance with state
health and safety laws; inspects equipment for proper use and
safe operating condition.
Supervises the work of the Surface Mine Inspectors and office
support staff; reviews the reports of the inspectors, sets
amounts of assessments for violations found at the mine
sites.
Administers surface miner examinations to provide miners with
cards.
Meets with coal company officers and UMWA officials to hear
complaints and solve problems about mines.
Travels to job sites to help inspectors with problems relating
to laws.
Trains new inspectors to perform their duties.
Checks permit and waiver applications; supervises the
investigation of serious and fatal accidents.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of West Virginia Mine Health and Safety laws and
regulations.
Knowledge of surface mining and equipment functions and
repairs.
Knowledge of mine water drainage, mine gasses and safe mining
practices.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Ability to review reports and logs pertaining to violations
found during inspections.
Ability to give surface mine inspector examinations.
Ability to relate to mine company officials, UMWA officials and
employees to establish and maintain effective work
relationships.
Ability to read and understand mine maps.
Ability to train and supervise mine inspectors.
Ability to use mine safety equipment and administer first aid.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a four-year high school or the
equivalent.
Experience:
Six years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid
employment as an underground miner plus one year as a
district inspector.
Special Requirements:
West Virginia driver's license and
Miner's Certificate.
Established: 9/16/93
Effective:
10/16/93