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$17.31 - $18.86
5% of jobs
$18.86 - $20.41
0% of jobs
$20.41 - $21.96
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$21.96 - $23.51
14% of jobs
$23.87 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$23.51 - $25.07
26% of jobs
The median wage is $26.23 / hr.
$25.07 - $26.62
6% of jobs
$26.62 - $28.17
9% of jobs
$29.45 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.17 - $29.72
17% of jobs
$29.72 - $31.27
7% of jobs
$31.27 - $32.82
8% of jobs
$32.82 - $34.38
6% of jobs
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$26
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How much do hourly mining jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly mining in the United States is $26.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are hourly mining jobs?
Hourly mining jobs refer to positions in the mining industry where employees are paid based on the number of hours they work, rather than receiving a fixed annual salary. These roles can include a variety of tasks such as operating machinery, extracting minerals, ensuring site safety, and maintaining equipment. Hourly mining workers often work in shifts and may be required to work in challenging environments. Compensation can include overtime pay and benefits, depending on the employer and the region.
What are some common challenges hourly mining workers face on the job?
Hourly mining workers often encounter challenges such as physically demanding labor, working in confined or hazardous environments, and adapting to variable shift schedules, including nights and weekends. Safety is a primary concern, so strict adherence to protocols and teamwork is essential. Additionally, effective communication with supervisors and other crew members helps ensure smooth operations and minimizes risks. Over time, gaining experience and training can lead to opportunities for advancement into supervisory or specialized technical roles.
What is the difference between Hourly Mining vs Hourly Mining Technician?
| Aspect | Hourly Mining | Hourly Mining Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma or equivalent, safety training | High school diploma, safety certifications, technical training |
| Work Environment | Mining sites, outdoor, physically demanding | Mining sites, outdoor, hands-on technical tasks |
| Job Role | General labor, operating equipment, site support | Maintaining and repairing mining equipment, technical troubleshooting |
Hourly Mining and Hourly Mining Technician roles both operate in mining environments requiring safety training. However, Mining Technicians typically need additional technical certifications and perform more specialized maintenance tasks. Both roles are essential for mining operations, but the Technician position involves more technical skills and equipment expertise.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Hourly Mining Worker, and why are they important?
To thrive as an Hourly Mining Worker, you need a solid understanding of mining operations, safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with heavy machinery, mining equipment, and safety certifications like MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) training is often required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work in physically demanding and sometimes hazardous environments are crucial soft skills. These qualifications ensure safe, efficient operations and help prevent accidents in the challenging mining industry.
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Job DescriptionThe Underground Mining Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, optimization, and safe execution of underground mining operations. This role ensures productive, cost‑effective, and compliant extraction of ore while maintaining the highest standards of safety, ground control, and environmental stewardship.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and optimize underground mine layouts, including development, stoping, and infrastructure plans
- Prepare short‑ and long‑term mine plans, schedules, and production forecasts
- Develop and assess mine development and production cycles from first principles
- Support drilling, blasting, ventilation, and haulage system design and performance
- Monitor production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with MSHA, local, and company safety, environmental, and operational standards
- Collaborate with geology, operations, maintenance, and safety teams
- Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and budget estimates
- Support capital project evaluations and implementation
- Provide technical guidance to operations personnel and junior engineers
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, civil engineering or a related engineering discipline and 6+ years of experience in underground mining operations or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Preferred Qualifications
- 12+ years of experience in underground mining operations
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) ability in order to communicate technical requirements related to projects
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or eligibility for licensure
- Experience with North American underground mining operations
- Exposure to ventilation design, paste backfill, or mechanized mining systems
- Leadership or supervisory experience will be considered a plus
- Strong understanding of underground mining methods (e.g., cut‑and‑fill, longhole stoping, room and pillar)
- Working knowledge of ground control principles and mine safety regulations
- Proficiency in mine planning and design software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac, AutoCAD)
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in written and verbal communication in Spanish.
Additional Information
- Combination of office‑based engineering work and underground fieldwork
- Regular exposure to underground mine environments
- May require rotating shifts or on‑call support during critical operations
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