Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Trainer/Project Manager

Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Trainer/Project Manager

Posted: 10/25/2026

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This full-time position is responsible for delivering Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46 and Part 48 training, developing new safety programming, and supporting statewide mine operators through education, compliance guidance, and project management. The MSHA Trainer/Project Manager will expand EICC’s MSHA training capacity by providing instruction, technical assistance, and specialized safety solutions aligned with the goals of the MSHA State Grant Program.
This position offers a strong work–life balance with statewide travel as needed to support mine sites, community colleges, and partner organizations. Training may be delivered in-person, virtually, or onsite at mining facilities.

This position will be primarily remote with frequent travel required.

Excellent benefits package:

Administrative salaried staff receive Paid time off annually starting at 20 days of vacation, 14 days sick, 2 days of personal time. In addition to paid holidays off, including a week in December.

Summer Fridays off – shift rotation for those positions that require daily coverage

Retirement plan with 9.44% employer contribution (IPERS or TIAA option), employees contribute 6.29%, plus additional retirement options

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance

Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents

Flexible Spending Account options

Professional development and education reimbursement benefits

State employee discounts for cell phones, hotels, museums, etc. Employee Assistance Program

To be considered for this position, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. EICC is unable to sponsor employment visas.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and industry experience

Be current on the applicable New Miner and Annual Refresher training

Minimum 3 years verifiable mining experience within the last 5 years

Strong computer skills

Successful completion of an MSHA-accepted instructor training course, or ability to complete the course within six months of employment.

Knowledge of MSHA regulations, standards, and training requirements

Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance

Ability to travel statewide as needed for training delivery and mine site support

Preferred Qualifications

Current MSHA Approved Part 48 Instructor (“Blue Card”) for both:

Surface mining (Subpart B)

Underground mining (Subpart A)

Mine safety training experience (surface, underground, quarry, sand & gravel, dredging, or contractor safety)

Experience developing or delivering MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 training

Experience with site-specific or task training curriculum development

Experience with OSHA, industrial safety, or contractor orientation programs

Experience with drone safety applications, simulation-based training, or emergency response instruction

Physical Demands

Ability to use a variety of hand tools and job-specific tools

Lifting up to 50 pounds to a height of three feet

Ability to perform duties related to mine site environments including lifting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, stooping, turning/twisting, balancing, reaching, and handling with varying frequencies

Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects

Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to having the ability to lift audio-visual equipment out of a vehicle for on-site training (weight amount will vary depending on training), stand, bend, stoop, reach, climb, push, pull, carry, demonstrate safety procedures

Salary Starting Range: $79,000.00-$98,800.00/Year

Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Training & Instruction

Instruct MSHA Part 46, Part 48A, and Part 48B courses in accordance with MSHA-approved training plans.

Deliver New Miner, Annual Refresher, site-specific, and task training.

Provide short-topic safety refreshers and specialized courses (e.g., electrical safety, haulage equipment, dredging operations, PPE, silica dust hazards).

Use interactive instructional methods including videos, role play, case studies, and hands-on demonstrations including virtual reality simulations.

Ensure student learning outcomes are achieved and documented.

Evaluate and record student performance; provide regular feedback.

Maintain a safe instructional environment for students and staff.

Program Development & Expansion

Develop engaging classroom, virtual, and hands-on training materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.

Evaluate and regularly update training to reflect MSHA requirements, industry needs, and emerging safety priorities.

Research and implement statewide initiatives, such as a Surface Mine Safety Academy, mobile training unit, and small-mine support programs.

Develop and deliver new training initiatives including:

Inspection readiness

Contractor safety and site-specific hazard orientation

Workplace examination and hazard-recognition training

Drone applications for mine safety, inspection, and mapping

Remote mine-site first aid and emergency response

Reclamation-related safety education

Simulation-based mobile equipment and powered haulage training

Conveyor, crusher, plant, and maintenance safety programs

Compliance & Documentation

Maintain current MSHA instructor certification and regulatory knowledge.

Properly complete MSHA Form 5000-23 and all required EICC documentation.

Ensure compliance with MSHA State Grant Program SOPs, including:

Training/Funding Request Forms (Part 1 & Part 2)

Student Registration Forms

Student Course Evaluations

Summary of Student/Instructor Evaluations

Maintain accurate training records and distribute required forms to partner colleges.

Statewide Support & Industry Engagement

Provide consistent statewide support to Iowa mines, especially small operators and new sites.

Assist mine operators with compliance questions, training plan reviews, and documentation organization.

Partner with industry partners to ensure adequate training capacity.

Coordinate with EICC EMS faculty on emergency response training development.

Assist with recruitment and retention of students and industry partners.

Engage Iowa community colleges in MSHA grant outreach, collaboration, and training delivery.

Professionalism & Communication

Maintain professionalism in all instructional and industry environments.

Communicate effectively with students, mine operators, contractors, and community college partners.

Use email and computer technology to manage training schedules, documentation, and communication.

Refer students to Academic Support and Student Services as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

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This full-time position is responsible for delivering Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46 and Part 48 training, developing new safety programming, and supporting statewide mine operators through education, compliance guidance, and project management. The MSHA Trainer/Project Manager will expand EICC’s MSHA training capacity by providing instruction, technical assistance, and specialized safety solutions aligned with the goals of the MSHA State Grant Program. This position offers a strong work–life balance with statewide travel as needed to support mine sites, community colleges, and partner organizations. Training may be delivered in-person, virtually, or onsite at mining facilities. This position will be primarily remote with frequent travel required. Excellent benefits package: Administrative salaried staff receive Paid time off annually *starting at* 20 days of vacation, 14 days sick, 2 days of personal time. In addition to paid holidays off, including a week in December. Summer Fridays off – shift rotation for those positions that require daily coverage Retirement plan with 9.44% employer contribution (IPERS or TIAA option), employees contribute 6.29%, plus additional retirement options Health, vision, and dental coverage Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents Flexible Spending Account options Professional development and education reimbursement benefits State employee discounts for cell phones, hotels, museums, etc. Employee Assistance Program To be considered for this position, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. EICC is unable to sponsor employment visas.
Required Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and industry experience Be current on the applicable New Miner and Annual Refresher training Minimum 3 years verifiable mining experience within the last 5 years Strong computer skills Successful completion of an MSHA-accepted instructor training course, or ability to complete the course within six months of employment. Knowledge of MSHA regulations, standards, and training requirements Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance Ability to travel statewide as needed for training delivery and mine site support
Preferred Qualifications	Current MSHA Approved Part 48 Instructor (“Blue Card”) for both: Surface mining (Subpart B) Underground mining (Subpart A) Mine safety training experience (surface, underground, quarry, sand & gravel, dredging, or contractor safety) Experience developing or delivering MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 training Experience with site-specific or task training curriculum development Experience with OSHA, industrial safety, or contractor orientation programs Experience with drone safety applications, simulation-based training, or emergency response instruction
Physical Demands	Ability to use a variety of hand tools and job-specific tools Lifting up to 50 pounds to a height of three feet Ability to perform duties related to mine site environments including lifting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, stooping, turning/twisting, balancing, reaching, and handling with varying frequencies Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to having the ability to lift audio-visual equipment out of a vehicle for on-site training (weight amount will vary depending on training), stand, bend, stoop, reach, climb, push, pull, carry, demonstrate safety procedures
Salary	Starting Range: $79,000.00-$98,800.00/Year
Typical Duties and Responsibilities	Training & Instruction Instruct MSHA Part 46, Part 48A, and Part 48B courses in accordance with MSHA-approved training plans. Deliver New Miner, Annual Refresher, site-specific, and task training. Provide short-topic safety refreshers and specialized courses (e.g., electrical safety, haulage equipment, dredging operations, PPE, silica dust hazards). Use interactive instructional methods including videos, role play, case studies, and hands-on demonstrations including virtual reality simulations. Ensure student learning outcomes are achieved and documented. Evaluate and record student performance; provide regular feedback. Maintain a safe instructional environment for students and staff. Program Development & Expansion Develop engaging classroom, virtual, and hands-on training materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments. Evaluate and regularly update training to reflect MSHA requirements, industry needs, and emerging safety priorities. Research and implement statewide initiatives, such as a Surface Mine Safety Academy, mobile training unit, and small-mine support programs. Develop and deliver new training initiatives including: Inspection readiness Contractor safety and site-specific hazard orientation Workplace examination and hazard-recognition training Drone applications for mine safety, inspection, and mapping Remote mine-site first aid and emergency response Reclamation-related safety education Simulation-based mobile equipment and powered haulage training Conveyor, crusher, plant, and maintenance safety programs Compliance & Documentation Maintain current MSHA instructor certification and regulatory knowledge. Properly complete MSHA Form 5000-23 and all required EICC documentation. Ensure compliance with MSHA State Grant Program SOPs, including: Training/Funding Request Forms (Part 1 & Part 2) Student Registration Forms Student Course Evaluations Summary of Student/Instructor Evaluations Maintain accurate training records and distribute required forms to partner colleges. Statewide Support & Industry Engagement Provide consistent statewide support to Iowa mines, especially small operators and new sites. Assist mine operators with compliance questions, training plan reviews, and documentation organization. Partner with industry partners to ensure adequate training capacity. Coordinate with EICC EMS faculty on emergency response training development. Assist with recruitment and retention of students and industry partners. Engage Iowa community colleges in MSHA grant outreach, collaboration, and training delivery. Professionalism & Communication Maintain professionalism in all instructional and industry environments. Communicate effectively with students, mine operators, contractors, and community college partners. Use email and computer technology to manage training schedules, documentation, and communication. Refer students to Academic Support and Student Services as needed. Other duties as assigned.