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Titan America

Equipment Operator

Branchville, VA · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

Branchville, VA · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

New Castle, VA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

New Castle, VA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

Branchville, VA · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

Branchville, VA · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

Branchville, VA · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Titan America

Equipment Operator

New Castle, VA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Daily maintenance of equipment * Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of the plant, pit ... Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications * Knowledge of ...

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Bull Run Plant

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Bealeton Plant

Bealeton, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Goose Creek Plant

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Leesburg Plant

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Powhatan Plant

Powhatan, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Greene Plant

Ruckersville, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

Luck Stone

Summer Intern- Rockville Plant

Rockville, VA · On-site

$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Participate in hands-on training and practice in pit and plant activities * Assist with equipment ... mining field. Internship will start on June 1,2027 and go through the first week of August 2027.

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What is pit mining?

Pit mining, also known as open-pit mining, is a surface mining technique used to extract rocks and minerals from the earth by removing them from an open pit or borrow. This method is commonly used when mineral deposits are found near the surface and spread over a large area, making underground mining impractical. The process involves digging a large hole, or pit, in the ground and gradually expanding it to access the ore. Pit mining is widely used for extracting resources such as gold, copper, iron, and coal. While it is efficient and cost-effective, it can have significant environmental impacts if not properly managed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pit mining operator?

To thrive as a Pit Mining Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of mining safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with heavy machinery such as haul trucks, excavators, and GPS-based mine planning systems is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for minimizing risk and ensuring efficient operations. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining safety, maximizing productivity, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations in a demanding environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in pit mining operations?

Professionals in pit mining often encounter challenges such as managing safety risks in a physically demanding environment, adapting to changing weather conditions, and coordinating with multiple teams to ensure efficient extraction and transportation of materials. Maintaining equipment and adhering to strict environmental regulations also require constant attention. Communication and teamwork are vital, as collaboration with engineers, geologists, and equipment operators is necessary to keep operations running smoothly.

What is the difference between Pit Mining vs Surface Mining?

AspectPit MiningSurface Mining
Work EnvironmentUnderground or open-pit excavationsLarge-scale open surface areas
Required CertificationsMining safety certifications, heavy equipment operationMining safety certifications, heavy equipment operation
Industry UsageCommon in mineral and ore extractionUsed for coal, minerals, and aggregate extraction

Both Pit Mining and Surface Mining involve extracting minerals from the earth, but Pit Mining typically refers to open-pit or underground methods focused on mineral deposits, while Surface Mining covers a broader range of open-pit methods like strip mining. The certifications and work environments overlap significantly, making them closely related roles within the mining industry.

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Infographic showing various Pit Mining job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Built for the Mine Summer Internship, partnership with VT

Manakin Sabot, VA • On-site

Luck Stone
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$19.42 - $29.13/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Why join Luck Companies? Build your career with a company that values people, safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence!

The Built for the Mine Summer Internship is a partnership program with Virginia Tech - interns must be enrolled in the Mining Engineering Program with VA Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) for consideration. If you are not a Virginia Tech student, please take a look at our many other Summer Internship opportunities and apply to those! 

The position will be a Summer Internship designed for Mining Engineering students and will be based out of Luck Stone's Engineering and Operational Support group, in Manakin Sabot, VA (Goochland County). 

The role is specially designed to use The CAT VisionLink Productivity system to gather, analyze and learn from data obtained at our aggregate plants. The position will travel to our company locations in VA, NC and possibly SC and GA as needed to complete the job duties.

Job Duties include:

  • Analyze Productivity KPI data from Plants using the CAT VisionLink Productivity system.
    • Work with the Plant Foreman to share results with Plant Team members
    • Work with Plant Teams to understand the meaning of the data.
    • Work with Plant Teams to develop and execute operational improvement projects in the pit and mobile equipment fleet
    • Work with Mobile Equipment Coaches to support operator training program
  • Use VL Productivity data to build CAT VST Pro models of equipment performance.
  • Support Pit and Mobile Equipment efficiency improvement projects.
  • Develop cost benefit models to understand, prioritize, and determine impact of performance improvements
  • Work with the Luck Stone Engineering & Operational Services (EOS) Business Data Analyst to understand or evaluate operational efficiencies.

*****Qualified candidates will currently be enrolled in the Mining Engineering program at VA Tech and have previous internship experience in a mining operation. Surface aggregate experience is a plus!

Internship will start June 1, 2027 and end the first week of August 2027.

The position will work in both office and outdoor environments, with frequent exposure to dusty conditions and the full range of weather conditions; frequently in, on, and around quarry high walls and pit.

Luck Companies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. EEO

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