Core Technician

Reporting to the Coreshack Supervisor, you will be part of the Exploration Department. You will be responsible for processing and sampling/cutting diamond drill core. You will also ensure that goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct, and the environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pickup drill core from headframe/drill site, open boxes and arrange in order
• Checking for block footage error and proper labelling
• Cut/Bag core as per training procedure including QA/QC samples
• Complete lab analysis forms and deliver to various labs
• Palletize/dump logged and sampled core boxes
• Maintain good housekeeping at all times, ensure proper PPE and tools are used for all tasks
• Operate forklift as per proper training, moving core skids with core or samples and other materials
• Take part in storing pulps and rejects as required
• Assist geologists as required

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Previous experience involved with handling and cutting drill core in a mine or exploration setting
• Good communication skills, literacy and numeracy skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage repetitive tasks with minimal supervision
• Physically fit with ability to lift upwards of 55 lbs
• Proven commitment to safety, health and environmental best practice
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Your Work Schedule:

• Schedule: 7/7 schedule at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON