Assay Lab Technician: Ore Prep & Fire Assay

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k retirement plan with employer/con

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical clinics

Company match share purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Assay Laboratory Technician to join the Carlin Analytical Lab. You will prepare ore, process, and exploration samples and support fire assay, wet lab operations, and analytical instrumentation.

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to handle a heavy workload with minimal supervision in a rotating night/day schedule. Joining our team means contributing to a leading gold mining enterprise with strong values and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in an analytical laboratory preferred.
• Familiarity with chemicals and laboratory procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of computer operation required.
• Exemplary safety and attendance record required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without reasonable accommodations required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize a heavy workload required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers in a team environment required.
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of ore samples, process samples, and exploration samples
• The technician will also be utilized in fire assay, wet laboratory, and operation of analytical instrumentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical lab experience

Chemicals & lab procedures familiarity

Computer operation

Safety and attendance

Lift up to 50 lbs

Team communication

Rotating night/day schedule

Tools

Fire assay

Wet laboratory

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Assay Laboratory Technician to join the Carlin Analytical Lab. You will prepare ore, process, and exploration samples and support fire assay, wet lab operations, and analytical instrumentation.

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to handle a heavy workload with minimal supervision in a rotating night/day schedule. Joining our team means contributing to a leading gold mining enterprise with strong values and growth opportunities.