15 careers in mining hiring now
Mining involves extracting valuable minerals and resources from the earth. Workers focus on safety and sustainability in operations. Skills in machinery operation, geology, and safety practices are essential in this field.
The 2,111 mining jobs listed below are hiring now and offer salaries ranging from $26.47 to $117 per hour. Driller, Blaster, and Pipeline Engineer currently have the most job openings.
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Updated Jul 03, 2026Driller
United States
Blaster
United States
Pipeline Engineer
United States
Floorhand
United States
Miner
United States
Derrick Hand
United States
Underground Miners
United States
Mining Consultant
United States
Quarry Manager
United States
Oil and Gas Operations Manager
United States
Derrickman
United States
Senior Driller
United States
Drilling Consultant
United States
Mpu Operator
United States
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Driller
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Drillers operate drilling equipment to extract resources, ensuring safe practices. Technical knowledge, physical stamina and problem-solving skills are essential in this role.
Driller jobs take 207 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$27.39 per hourSkills
- Manufacturing
- CNC programming
- Construction
- CNC lathe
- CNC
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Blaster
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Blasters prepare and execute controlled detonations for construction or mining. Expertise in explosive safety, strong attention to detail, and adherence to regulations are critical.
Blaster jobs take 79 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$23.08 per hourSkills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Manufacturing
- Hand tools
- Industrial painting
- Communication skills
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Pipeline Engineer
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Pipeline Engineers design and oversee pipeline construction, ensuring safety and compliance. Technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and project management abilities are essential.
Currently, 43% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 6% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 168 jobsAverage pay
United States
$129,169 per yearSkills
- Spark
- Python
- AWS
- Data visualization
- Database management
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Floorhand
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Floorhands assist in drilling operations, managing equipment and supporting crew activities. Strong teamwork, willingness to learn, and physical fitness are key attributes.
Floorhand jobs take 19 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$22.65 per hourSkills
- Oil & gas
- Mechanical knowledge
- Communication skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
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Miner
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Miners extract minerals from beneath the Earth's surface while adhering to safety protocols. Physical stamina, attention to detail, and knowledge of mining practices are essential for success.
Miner jobs take 130 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 12% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 11% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$26.14 per hourSkills
- Oil & gas
- Construction
- Maintenance
- Communication skills
- Welding
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Derrick Hand
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Derrick Hands operate equipment on drilling sites, supporting drilling operations and maintaining safety. Key skills include mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and ability to work in demanding environments.
Derrick Hand jobs take 28 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 106 jobsAverage pay
United States
$25.72 per hourSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Rigging
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mechanical knowledge
- Oil & gas
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Underground Miners
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Underground Miners extract minerals safely while operating heavy machinery and following protocols. Physical fitness, teamwork, and knowledge of mining safety are crucial.
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$28.32 per hour -
Mining Consultant
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Mining Consultants provide expertise on mining operations, helping companies optimize processes. Industry knowledge, analytical skills, and strong communication are essential.
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 46 jobsAverage pay
United States
$129,316 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- SQL
- Management
- Analysis skills
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Quarry Manager
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Quarry Managers oversee operations for material extraction, managing safety and efficiency. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and knowledge of geology are critical.
Quarry Manager jobs take 70 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 34 jobsAverage pay
United States
$100,456 per yearSkills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Heavy equipment operation
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
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Oil and Gas Operations Manager
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Oil and Gas Operations Managers oversee production processes, ensuring efficiency and safety. Management experience, industry knowledge, and strong leadership skills are crucial.
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 12 jobsAverage pay
United States
$187,219 per yearSkills
- Oil & gas
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Pipeline
- Leadership
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Derrickman
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Derrickmen operate and maintain drilling derricks, guiding pipe and equipment during well drilling. They need expertise in rig mechanics, strong safety awareness, and skills to manage heavy gear with precision and teamwork under pressure.
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$26.47 per hourSkills
- Oil & gas
- Mechanical knowledge
- Oil rig
- Heavy equipment operation
- Communication skills
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Senior Driller
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Senior Drillers lead drilling operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Leadership experience, technical expertise, and problem-solving abilities are essential.
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$34.19 per hour -
Drilling Consultant
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 3 jobsAverage pay
United States
$117 per hour -
Mpu Operator
Currently, 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 2 jobsAverage pay
United States
$29.00 per hour