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Wood Plc

Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

Knowledge and experience in phosphate mining industry including clay settling area design and construction, mined land water management and reclamation, and gypsum stack design, operations and ...

Wood Plc

Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Lakeland, FL · On-site

Knowledge and experience in phosphate mining industry including clay settling area design and construction, mined land water management and reclamation, and gypsum stack design, operations and ...

Wood Plc

Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

Knowledge and experience in phosphate mining industry including clay settling area design and construction, mined land water management and reclamation, and gypsum stack design, operations and ...

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How much do phosphate mining jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for phosphate 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 the typical work conditions and team dynamics in phosphate mining roles?

Phosphate mining roles often involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions and sometimes in shifts to maintain continuous operations. Teamwork is essential, as daily activities require close collaboration with equipment operators, engineers, safety personnel, and other specialists to ensure smooth and safe production processes. Communication and adherence to safety protocols are key, as the work environment can be physically demanding and fast-paced. Being adaptable and cooperative with your team not only helps maintain productivity but also fosters a strong safety culture on site.

What is a Phosphate Mining job?

A Phosphate Mining job involves extracting phosphate rock from the earth, which is used to produce fertilizers, animal feed, and other products. Workers in this field operate heavy machinery, oversee processing operations, and ensure environmental and safety standards are met. Jobs can range from equipment operators and engineers to geologists and technicians. This work is often performed in open-pit mines or underground operations, depending on the deposit location.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Phosphate Mining position, and why are they important?

Phosphate mining professionals typically require knowledge of mining operations, geology, equipment handling, and compliance with safety and environmental regulations, often gained through vocational training or relevant work experience. Familiarity with heavy machinery, GPS-based survey systems, and certifications such as MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) are commonly expected for operational roles. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and attention to detail set top candidates apart in this field. These abilities are crucial for ensuring efficient mining operations, maintaining workplace safety, and meeting production and environmental standards.

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Infographic showing various Phosphate Mining job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 3% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 10% Temporary, 27% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,819 per year, or $26.8 per hour.
Mining Engineer - Kiewit Mining Group 2026

Mining Engineer - Kiewit Mining Group 2026

Kiewit

Gillette, WY • On-site

$86K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Kiewit Corporation rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 78 rated construction

Job description

Requisition ID: 180303
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Mining District
Department: Field Operations
Market: Mining
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Field Engineer, you will support Kiewit Mining operations throughout North America. This position is responsible for developing work plans, design work, quantity tracking, surveying and working with our mining and construction teams. In performing this work, the Field Engineer will gain hands-on experience in safely planning and executing work across our operations.
District Overview
Kiewit Mining Group has grown steadily to become one of North America's leading contract mining companies operating in various commodities, including gold, coal, oil sands, iron ore, phosphate, talc, and aggregates. We are built on a solid foundation of safety, quality, production and integrity.
As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides wholistic solutions to the industry that are unmatched.
Location
One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs.
Current possible locations include: Gillette, WY; Soda Springs, ID; Tok, AK; Dillon, MT; Craig, CO; Lone Tree, CO.
Responsibilities
  • Field Operations: prepare work plans and work packages, interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and craft, order and schedule material deliveries and support the day-to-day operations
  • Office Engineering: Perform mining and civil design work to support mining and civil operations, perform takeoffs from drawings, generating change orders reviewed by Project Manager, provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
  • Estimating: Review and analyze data relative to the project, complete plans and specification reviews for projects, assist with the preparation of a bid

Qualifications
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mining, Civil, Geological, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other natural science engineering fields.
  • 0-2 years of experience
  • Ability to travel and relocate as needed
  • Mining, Mining Infrastructure/Heavy Civil project experience is preferred
  • Ability to freely access all points of a project site in a wide-ranging climates and environments, including the ability to climb off and on equipment
  • Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
  • Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
  • Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
  • Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
  • Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Base Compensation: $86,000/yr - $95,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 04/07/2026 - 08/31/2026
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.
Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.
Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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