Geology Technician II: RC Drilling & Field Sampling (14/14)

Careermine; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold is seeking a Geological Technician to join the team in Geraldton, Ontario. Reporting to the Manager, Exploration and Geology, you will support RC drilling programs, assist with grade control, and help with production activities while upholding safe operating practices.

The role is based in Geraldton, Ontario, on a 14 on/14 off rotation, and requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of sampling procedures and QA/QC is an asset.
• Able to safely operate a 1/2-ton pickup truck.
• Able to safely lift rock samples and shovel gravel.
• Prior experience in an industrial setting is an asset.
• Experience working around heavy equipment safely is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe behaviours, report hazards, incidents, and unsafe situations.
• Ensure timely and accurate collection and submission of RC drilling and blast hole samples to the assay laboratory; liaise with the laboratory.
• Assist with installation and pick-up of blast movement monitors.
• Assist with delineation of ore/waste boundaries in the field.
• Assist with monitoring the material movement to the process plant and stockpiles pad.

Skills

QA/QC

Truck operation

Sample handling

Heavy equipment safety

Industrial experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Equinox Gold is seeking a Geological Technician to join the team in Geraldton, Ontario. Reporting to the Manager, Exploration and Geology, you will support RC drilling programs, assist with grade control, and help with production activities while upholding safe operating practices.

The role is based in Geraldton, Ontario, on a 14 on/14 off rotation, and requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.