Hoistman

About Company:

At the Sunshine, we’re not just reviving a mine — we’re rebuilding a legacy.
Built for more.

Home to one of America’s most iconic silver mines, the Sunshine Complex represents both a proud history and a bold future. Since acquiring the site in 2010, the Sunshine has invested approximately $200 million to transform and modernize operations. We’ve expanded our land position nearly fourfold, upgraded critical infrastructure, and deployed advanced exploration technologies — all with a clear vision: returning the Sunshine Mine to production in 2028.

This is more than a project — it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

A Culture Built on People and Purpose

At the Sunshine, we believe people are inherently valuable, and that every role plays a critical part in our success. From the field to the office, every position matters — and every voice is heard.

We work hard, collaborate openly, and thrive on solving complex challenges together. Our team is driven by curiosity, innovation, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way. Safety is at the core of everything we do, and we hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards to ensure everyone goes home safe every day.

Benefits That Support Your Life and Career

We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and future — because we know our people are what make us successful.

• Competitive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Helping you plan and invest in your future
• Career Growth Opportunities – Ongoing development, learning, and advancement
• A Collaborative Culture – Where respect, teamwork, and shared success drive everything we do

Join Us

At the Sunshine, you won’t just build a career — you’ll be part of something bigger. A team that works hard, solves problems, supports one another, and takes pride in what we’re building together.

Built for more means striving for excellence, valuing every individual, and creating a future we can all be proud of.

If you’re ready to contribute, collaborate, and grow in a place where your work truly matters, we invite you to explore opportunities with us.

Be part of the legacy. Built for more. Start your career with the Sunshine.

About the Role:

The Hoistman primary responsibility is the operation of the mine hoist for purpose of safely moving personnel, supplies, equipment and muck in the mine shaft. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible to conduct and document thorough work place examinations.
• Responsible for the safe operation and care of hoisting machinery to raise and lower cages , skips and miners. 
• Responsible for receiving and giving clear communication Written, verbal, bell signals.
• Responsible for inspecting and testing hoisting machinery and completing documentation of inspections and testing.
• Moves levers and pedals to operate hoist in response to arm, bell, or buzzer signals.
• Observes dial indicator and marks on cable or drum to ascertain that desired position has been reached
• Applies hand or foot brake and moves levers to operate hoist controls.
•  Inspects, lubricates, and adjusts brakes and equipment.
• Assist in emergency response communications.
• Monitor cameras, gas detection equipment.

WORK SHEDULE & ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Shift Assignments: Hoistmen may be scheduled to work 12-hour shifts on either the day shift or night shift, as determined by their supervisor.
• Overtime: Overtime may be required and will be assigned by the supervisor based on operational needs. Employees are expected to work assigned overtime unless excused by management.
• Call-Outs & Holidays: Hoistmen may be subject to call-outs and may be scheduled to work on holidays as determined by their supervisor.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • PTO requests are subject to supervisory approval and may not always be granted due to business or operational needs.
  • The company reserves the right to approve or deny PTO at its discretion.
  • Employees may request a PTO payout for accrued hours in excess of 40 hours, subject to company discretion.

BEHAVIORAL & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES 

The following competencies are required:

• Problem solving—identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Interpersonal Skills—maintains confidentiality, remain open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things. 
• Oral communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. 
• Written Communication—edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information. 
• Planning/organizing—prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Quality control—demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability—adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. 
• Dependability—consistently at work, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security—actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills preferred. 
• Proven safe work record required. 
• Excellent attendance history required. 
• Willingness to work in team-based environment required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

ATF possessor’s clearance required.

Must complete MSHA 40-hour training or provide 5000-23 documentation of completed training.

Must pass Hoist Operator physical and drug screen.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; regularly required to talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 125 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, underground work locations, working from heights, risk of electrical shock, explosives, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position may require work on nights, weekends, and rotating shifts.