Drill Services Technician

Orla Mining; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold is seeking a Drill Services Technician to support the warehouse, perform core sawing and sampling, and complete drill pad staking and basic field tasks. You will work independently and safely in field and warehouse environments, handling samples, preparing dispatches, and using GPS tools.

The role requires two years of exploration experience and mining industry experience, reading maps, operating GPS, driving with a clean record, and a proactive, team-oriented approach at the South

Qualifications

• Two years of Exploration experience as a Drill Services Technician.
• Two years of mining industry experience.
• Ability to read maps and operate GPS units.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reverse circulation (RC) sample bags and chip trays.
• Update exploration tracker with sample bag and chip tray completion and field-related activities.
• Handle drill core, sawing, and core sampling properly.
• Prepare sample dispatches for assay labs.
• Read maps, use GPS, and navigate unimproved roads to pick up samples.
• Execute unbiased core sampling and packaging for photon assay.
• Properly complete a field-level risk assessment for earthwork and drilling activities.
• Properly complete daily drill rig checks and workplace inspections.
• Keep a clean, safe, organized warehouse, including storing core, chips, and pulps.
• Conduct accurate XRF analysis on pulp samples.

Skills

Map reading

GPS operation

Forklift operation

Excel

Independent work

Communication

Driver's license

Tools

GPS handheld

XRF analysis

Job description

Are you looking to make your mark and grow your career with a company on the rise? We'd love to have you on our team!

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines across Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Nicaragua. Guided by our core values of integrity, excellence, accountability, and teamwork, we foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where a talented, experienced team works together to deliver reliable operations, responsible mining, and long-term value to its shareholders and host communities.

Get in at the ground floor with ourSouth Railroad Project - a construction-ready, open-pit heap leach project located on the world-class Carlin Trend in Nevada, one of the most prolific gold-producing regions on the planet. The project is backed by a completed feasibility study outlining an average of 130,000 ounces of gold per year over the first five years and an initial 10-year mine life. Join us at this pivotal stage and help bring Nevada's next gold mine to life.

Position Title: Drill Services Technician

Position Summary

The Drill Services Technician supports the warehouse, performs core sawing and sampling, and completes drill pad staking and basic field tasks. They must work independently and safely in field and warehouse environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare reverse circulation (RC) sample bags and chip trays.
• Update exploration tracker with sample bag and chip tray completion and field-related activities.
• Handle drill core, sawing, and core sampling properly.
• Prepare sample dispatches for assay labs.
• Read maps, use GPS, and navigate unimproved roads to pick up samples.
• Execute unbiased core sampling and packaging for photon assay.
• Properly complete a field-level risk assessment for earthwork and drilling activities.
• Properly complete daily drill rig checks and workplace inspections.
• Properly use GPS to locate and mark drill holes, sample points, and collar locations.
• Keep a clean, safe, organized warehouse, including storing core, chips, and pulps.
• Conduct accurate XRF analysis on pulp samples.
• Prepare and conduct density sample testing.

Required Experience & Skills

• Two years of Exploration experience as a Drill Services Technician.
• Two years of mining industry experience.
• Moderate understanding of drilling methods, including reverse circulation (RC) and core drilling.
• Ability to read maps and operate handheld GPS units.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other small equipment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

At Equinox Gold, our commitment to teamwork means building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.