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- Iron ore mining is a vital part of northern Minnesota’s employment.
- Most of the country’s iron ore reserves are now in the form of low-grade taconite, found on the Mesabi Iron Range of Minnesota.
- The Range produces about 2/3 of the iron ore used by American plants to make steel, and they now ship ore to China as well.
Projected types and numbers of openings in Mining over the next ten years.
- Average salary of $66,000 in 2005.
- Newest mining efforts involve nickel and copper exploration
- Learn who the leading Taconite Producers are in the region. (PDF)
How to get the skills and training you need for a future in Mining.
- All positions require a minimum of two years post-secondary education or training, or substantial relevant work experience.
- Workers can expect to be cross-trained with other related skills.
- Management positions require four or more years of college.
- Engineering positions require, at a minimum, a four-year degree, preferably in mining, metallurgy and minerals, or chemistry.
- On-the-job training provided for specific positions.
- Minnesota Safety and Health training provided to all employees.
Visit these links for Training Programs:
Visit these links for specific information about northland mining industry opportunities and options.
Mining companies typically advertise in regional newspapers, post jobs on the Minnesota Job Bank, and recruit from local colleges.
Growing pains on the Iron Range
A New Day for Mining -- and Jobs (PDF)
Down in the Dumps (PDF)
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