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Trainee Open Pit Mining Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$114K - $124K/yr

Open Pit Short Range Planning Engineer Position Summary The role is part of the Open Pit Planning Team and focuses on planning, designing, and optimizing daily and weekly open pit mining activities ...

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline ... Minimum 3-5 years of experience in open pit mine engineering or operations * Experience in an ...

Open Pit Driller

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Sahuarita, AZ · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Globe, AZ · On-site

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Bullhead City, AZ · On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Douglas, AZ · On-site

$21 - $28.50/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Mayer, AZ · On-site

$21.25 - $28.75/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Globe, AZ · On-site

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Sahuarita, AZ · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

Open Pit Driller

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

... large open-pit mining environment. You've worked with modern equipment, understand the pace and ... Based in Arizona's active mining sector, this role offers the opportunity to work on major, long ...

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How much do trainee open pit mining jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee open pit mining in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Open Pit Mining vs Trainee Underground Mining?

AspectTrainee Open Pit MiningTrainee Underground Mining
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic safety certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety certifications, possibly additional technical training
Work EnvironmentSurface mining sites, open-air environmentsUnderground tunnels, confined spaces
Industry UsageCommon in large-scale mineral and coal extractionUsed for minerals and metals requiring underground access

Both roles involve safety training and basic mining knowledge, but Trainee Open Pit Mining focuses on surface operations, while Trainee Underground Mining involves working in underground environments. The choice depends on the specific mining method and career interests.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Open Pit Mining job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,530 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Open Pit Short Range Planning Engineer

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$114K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Open Pit Short Range Planning Engineer


Position Summary


The role is part of the Open Pit Planning Team and focuses on planning, designing, and optimizing daily and weekly open pit mining activities that directly impact safety, production, and cost performance.


Key Responsibilities


·      Develop and execute short-range mine plans aligned with weekly, monthly, and quarterly production targets.

·      Collaborate closely with operations, geology, and drill & blast teams to optimize ore recovery and material movement.

·      Generate and reconcile end-of-month (EOM) production data and mining progress reports.

·      Monitor and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly plan compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

·      Create bench plans, dig plans, and dump designs to support safe and efficient mining operations.

·      Track and report highwall, dump, and production performance metrics.

·      Provide direction and technical support to operations teams to ensure execution of mine plans.

·      Drive continuous improvement initiatives through field engagement, operational data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.


Required Qualifications



·      Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.

·      3+ years of open pit mine planning experience.

·      Experience with mine planning software such as Deswik (preferred), Vulcan, or similar platforms.

·      Strong understanding of drill & blast operations, material movement, and production environments.

·      Ability to balance technical planning requirements with operational realities.

·      Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

·      High attention to detail and ability to work in fast-paced mining operations.