Mine Technician

PCS INC; Allan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien in Canada is seeking a Mine Technician to support underground survey activities. You will install survey control stations, maintain networks, and create drawings that guide mining layouts while ensuring safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a Mining Engineering Technology diploma with 1–5 years in surveying or technician roles, and experience with Deswik, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and robotic total stations. Join a team focused on safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Mining Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–5 years' surveying or technician experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel).
• Experience with drafting programs (Deswik, MicroStation, AutoCAD).
• Underground mining experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with robotic total stations and point-cloud scanners is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties following Nutrien safety principles.
• Support site safety systems.
• Work with Mine Engineering and Operations to provide support.
• Install survey control underground per mining layouts.
• Provide survey control for underground construction.
• Maintain accuracy of survey networks.
• Create mine survey drawings showing survey stations.
• Monitor heat, dust, and air quality levels.
• Install and maintain survey instrumentation and data records.
• Scan and analyze point-cloud data of underground workings.
• Provide Mine Technician training to new hires.
• Maintain, repair, and procure survey instruments.

Skills

Surveying experience

MS Office

Independent worker

Education

Mining Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Deswik

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Robotic total station

Point-cloud scanning

Job description

Career Opportunities: Mine Technician (33928)

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose,Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do:

• Professionally carry out duties following Nutrien safety principles and priorities
• Support all aspects of site safety systems
• Work closely with the Mine Engineering and Mine Operations to ensure support is being provided to site in an efficient manner
• Install survey control stations underground according to mining layouts for the direction of mining advancement
• Provide survey control for underground construction projects
• Maintain accuracy of survey control networks
• Create mine survey drawings showing survey station locations and mining designs
• Monitor heat, dust, and air quality levels in the mine as required
• Install, maintain, and record data from underground rock mechanics/ventilation instrumentation as directed by the Mine Engineer
• Scan and analyze point-cloud data of underground workings
• Provide Mine Technician specific training to new hires
• Maintain, repair, and procure survey instrumentation, tools, and materials

What You'll Bring:

• Mining Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent or greater
• 1-5 years experience in a surveying or technician role
• Comfortable navigating and utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Word & Excel)
• Ability to work independently and is self-motivated to help drive positive improvement
• Experience with computer drafting programs (Deswik, Microstation, AutoCAD)
• Underground mining experience would be an asset
• Experience with modern survey equipment. Familiarity with robotic total station and point-cloud scanning instruments would be an asset

What You'll Get:

• Purpose-Driven Work –Make an impact as part of a global team feedingthe future and support farmerslocally and around the world
• Excellent Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, plus a retirement program with generous employer matching foryour future
• Grow Your Career – Tuition assistancefor future education and ongoing learning and training opportunities for career advancement pathwaysacross the organization
• Support When it Matters – Employee Assistance Programs, inclusive leaves, and paid time for holidays, volunteering, vacation, and wellness
• Thrive in a Strong Culture – Guided by our core valueswe put safety first, act with integrity, are stronger together, and deliver with excellence in a collaborative, high-performing environment

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

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