Overview:
The Core Technician will support the geology department by handing, processing, and sampling/cutting of diamond drill core and doing basic labor support functions.
Job Duties:
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Intake, handling, moving of drill core boxes and pallets with a pallet jack, forklift or by hand.
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Setting out boxes on tables, open boxes arrange in order, checking them for block footage errors.
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Photographing drill core, QA/QC of photo quality, labeling and sorting of core photos.
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Conduct specific gravity measurements, point load, and/or various in-situ tests.
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Cut core as per training procedure with automatic or manual wet saw, checking for and inserting QA/QC samples.
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Complete cutting logbook/sheet and complete lab analysis form.
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Palletize logged and sampled core boxes and store on appropriate shelf in warehouse.
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Deliver sampled core/chips to assay lab on mine site as required.
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Preparing samples and maintaining shipment batch lists for outside laboratory pick-up.
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Maintain good housekeeping at all times, ensure proper PPE and tools are used for all tasks.
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Clean warehouse daily, including sweeping floors and cleaning sawing and sample room at end of shift.
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Operate forklift as per proper training, moving core skids with core or samples and other materials.
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Take part in storing pulps and rejects as required.
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Work collaboratively with all members of the project team.
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Efficiently manage their time to achieve objectives.
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Communicate with supervisor on a regular basis and report on a timely basis.
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Assist geologists as required.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Interest in geology and mine operations.
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Good communication skills, literacy and numeracy skills.
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Previous experience working as a geotechnical technician is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of drilling procedures is an asset.
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Experience with digital data entry, comfortable with use of computers, tablets and digital data files.
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Comfortable with math, the use calculators and measuring tapes.
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Ability to lift 50 lb. core boxes safely and comfortably.
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Experienced with digital cameras and digital picture file types is an asset.
- Experience working in a diverse and multicultural environment.
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Ability work with contractors and all persons onsite in a respectful and professional manner.
Requirements:
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Must have a valid driver's license
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Safety Sensitive position requiring all persons assigned to activity be drug free
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MSHA certification preferred and will be required to obtain during 1st or 1st 3 days of employment
Physical and Environmental Job Requirements:
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Standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving items of up to 50 lbs and more
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Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions; dusty, hot weather
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Ability to perform essential job functions in an environment with varied noise levels
