Operator, Mine Operations / Mine Services

PCS Phosphate Company; Aurora (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien in Aurora, NC is hiring for Operator, Mine Operations / Mine Services. The role supports mining operations, requiring safety adherence, PPE use, and coordination with maintenance teams.

Eligible applicants have a high school diploma or equivalent and must meet NCRC requirements; a clean-shaven policy applies in some departments. The position offers a 12-hour rotating shift, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for cross-training and career growth within Nutrien's safety-focused

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• NCRC testing required for all hourly applicants with specified score minimums.
• Ability to wear PPE and comply with safety rules.
• Clean-shaven requirement in certain departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (bulldozers, skidders, excavators, haul trucks) in mining operations.
• Follow safety and environmental policies and perform energy isolation and permitting with maintenance.
• Coordinate with Maintenance or Electricians and follow SOPs for shutdown/startup of systems.
• Work in a 12-hour rotating shift and participate in training and inspections as assigned.
• Contribute to high-performance culture and teamwork to minimize downtime.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NCRC certification requirement

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operator, Mine Operations / Mine Services (33315)

Requisition ID33315-Posted08/17/2026-Aurora Phosphate-Aurora

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: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.

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.

$1,000.00 Sign on Bonus

This position will report to the Shift Supervisor.

What you will do:

• Perform all work in a safe and controlled manner, adhering to safety and environmental policies
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by following Nutrien, Occupational Safety Health Administration, Mining Safety Health Administration, and Marine Securityguidelines
• Use proper Personal Protection Equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and earplugs
• Work as a productive team member to complete assignments, support continuous improvement, and minimize downtime
• Receive cross-training as required
• Perform work from elevated structures, ladders, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and personnel baskets
• Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to bulldozers, skidders, excavators, and haul trucks in support of mining operations
• Communicate with Maintenance or Electricians to perform Energy Isolation and permitting of equipment at the job site when maintenance or repairs are required
• Spend 1/3 of time on activities relating to following Standard Operating Proceduresto ensure proper shutdown and startup of production systems
• Spend approximately 5% of time conducting on-site inspections of the production plant/assigned areas and work vicinity, inspections of the production components such as pumps, pond levels, and support equipment
• Spend approximately 30% of the time on other assigned duties and task training
• Be able to perform in a high-performance culture
• Be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift

What you will bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) testing is required for all hourly applicants of Nutrien. Applicants must complete this test and meet a minimum of4 in Graphic Literacy, 5 on Applied Mathematics and5 on Workplace Documents in order to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) must be uploaded with your resume during your application to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien
• Ability to wear necessary, company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)--i.e., uniforms, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, emergency breathing apparatus
• Ability to be clean-shaven for safety reasons in certain departments

The salary range for this role, in Aurora, NC is, between $27.48 - $43.14. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ.

Nutrien offers a skills-based pay compensation program. Hourly rates can progresses based on On-Job-Training, formal learning, and observation of new skills. Hourly rates can progress from starting rate of $27.48 to $43.14 per hour over a specified time period.

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, and sick days as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee. Details will be discussed through the application process.

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.

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, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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.

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