Tunnel Laborer
Tunnel Laborer
- Support tunneling operations from the cutterhead to the backup, including muck handling, ventilation, utilities, and conveyor systems
- Load, unload, and handle ground support materials such as rock bolts, mesh, and shotcrete
- Operate equipment such as locomotives, forklifts, telehandlers, and jacklegs in the tunnel environment
- Inspect and maintain safety of the work area, report ground conditions, and install ground control as required
- Assist with TBM launches, ring rebuilds, tail shield cleaning, and other production-critical tasks
- Perform shift handovers, communicate clearly with crew members, and follow all safety protocols underground
- 2+ years of experience in underground mining, tunneling, or heavy civil construction
- Prior work with Main Beam TBMs or similar hard rock mining operations preferred
- Strong understanding of underground safety procedures and confined space work
- Physically fit and comfortable working in rugged, noisy, and low-light environments
- Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed to support tunneling progress