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What is the difference between Mine Operations vs Mine Technicians?

AspectMine OperationsMine Technicians
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications varyTechnical certifications or associate degrees in mining technology
Work EnvironmentSupervising and coordinating mining activities on-siteMaintaining and repairing mining equipment, often on-site or in workshops
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by mining companies to oversee entire operationsUsed by mining companies for technical support and equipment maintenance

Mine Operations roles focus on managing and coordinating overall mining activities, ensuring safety and productivity. Mine Technicians support these operations by maintaining and repairing equipment, requiring technical skills. Both roles are essential in the mining industry, often working closely but with different responsibilities.

Infographic showing various Mine Operations job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

U.S. Navy
National Security • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Do you have what it takes to lead in the heart of Naval combat? As an Operations Specialist, you will serve as a supervisor and leader in the top−secret Combat Information Center. From the ocean surface, to outer space, you have a complete picture of all assets in the area. Day and night, your team tracks potential enemy targets and records their movement using complex radar equipment. As an OS, your intel gives ships and aircraft a strategic advantage, and helps weapons operators neutralize any threat to American forces.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations Specialists function as plotters, radio−telephone and Command and Control sound−powered telephone talkers and maintain Combat Information Center (CIC) displays of strategic and tactical information. On any given day, Operations Specialists:

  • Serve as watch supervisors and section leaders
  • Track, classify and evaluate potential contacts using the latest radar equipment
  • Interpret and evaluate presentations and tactical situations and make recommendations to supervisors during watch conditions
  • Apply a thorough knowledge of doctrine and procedures applicable to CIC operations contained in U.S. Navy Instructions and Allied or U.S. Navy
  • Provide to the command technical information and assistance related to Anti−Surface Warfare, Anti− Air Warfare, Anti−Submarine Warfare, Amphibious Warfare, Mine Warfare, Naval Gunfire Support, search and rescue operations and other matters pertaining to the Operations Specialist's area

PAY AND BENEFITS

From the day you start, you’ll receive:

  • Competitive salary
  • Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
  • Free health insurance
  • Free housing
  • A retirement plan
  • Paid training
  • College credit

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

  • Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
  • Post−9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition
  • Professional credentials and certifications
  • College credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • U.S. citizen
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • 17 years of age or older

Applicants must also meet eligibility requirements for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance. Normal color perception, sight, speech and hearing are required.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Cryptologic Technicians perform a variety of duties worldwide, at numerous overseas and stateside shore commands, aboard surface ships, aircraft and submarines and with Naval Special Warfare. They generally divide time between assignments ashore and afloat.

PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES

The role above is an Active Duty opportunity in the Navy, however there are part-time roles available as an Operations Specialist. Serving part−time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Cryptologic Technicians in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes


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National security, national security and international affairs, public safety statistics centers and offices, guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and public administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

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