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Operator, Mine Operations / Mine Services

PCS Phosphate Company
Aurora, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026

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.


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 Security guidelines
  • 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 Procedures to 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 of 4 in Graphic Literacy, 5 on Applied Mathematics and 5 on Workplace Documents in order to be considered eligible for employment with NutrienThe 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

Compensation & Benefits:


Starting rate $27.48 per hour (plus available overtime).


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.


Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!


The estimated salary that really, 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.


Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien


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