Equipment / Geologic Technician

Zanskar; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production bonus

Per diem

Lodging provided

Company vehicle

Job summary

Zanskar is seeking an Equipment/Geologic Technician to support geothermal exploration across the western United States. You will join 2–3 person field teams with geologists and technicians, perform sampling to exact standards, and help operate field vehicles and light machinery.

Lodging and a company vehicle are provided, with a rotating 14-day field schedule and a production bonus potential. Pay ranges from $23.00 to $25.00 per hour DOE, plus a daily bonus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S.
• CDL is preferred and increases pay automatically.
• Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and professionalism.
• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field preferred.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing strenuous tasks.
• Proficient reading/writing/speaking English for safe duties.
• Willingness to commute 300+ miles and participate in 14-day field rotations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure scientific field methods and sampling meet high standards.
• Support daily field operations, vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Operate and maintain field equipment (UTVs, trailers, etc.).

Skills

Safety-minded

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Willing to commute long distances

Outdoor work in all weather

GPS navigation

English proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Equipment operation & maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

Field vehicles (large diesel trucks)

UTVs

Trailers

Google Workspace usage

Job description

Role Overview

Title: Equipment / Geologic Technician

Field Work Schedule: 10 - 12 hours a day, 14 days on/14 days off rotations

Location: Mobilize out of the Salt Lake City metropolitan area, but field work will extend through the western United States.

Manager: Field Operations Manager

Compensation/Benefits/Key Points:

• Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour DOE, plus a production bonus (typically totaling $350 to $450 per day).
• Per Diem: Provided at the prevailing GSA standard rate.
• Full-Time Transition: Eligibility for full-time employment and benefits following the successful completion of a three-month field season. Immediate full-time employment can be offered to those with exceptional backgrounds.
• Lodging: Company-paid hotel accommodations.
• Transportation: Field teams are provided with a company vehicle during work rotations.

Mission - Why we exist and why we need you

Geothermal energy is a massive renewable energy resource sitting below our feet. There is 2,300 times more energy in geothermal heat in the ground than in oil, gas, coal, and methane combined. However, historically it’s been hard to find and expensive to develop. At Zanskar, we’re using better technology to find and develop new geothermal resources in order to make geothermal power the most affordable form of widely-deployable, 24/7, carbon-free generation on the planet.

Field data is Zanskar’s life blood; we rely on accurate and precise field measurements that are essential to guiding our exploration and development efforts. Our 2 or 3-person field teams, composed of geologic and equipment technicians, collaborate with our geologists and geoscientists on geothermal exploration projects. These teams employ a variety of geologic, geochemical, and drilling methods.

The primary role of the Geology Technician is to ensure all scientific field methods and sampling are being performed to the highest standards. In addition to scientific responsibilities, the technician will support daily field operations, including the operation and maintenance of vehicles, UTVs, and light mechanical equipment and tools.

Outcomes - Problems you’ll solve

Success in this role within six months means you can safely, efficiently, and independently mobilize to remote field locations and collect high-quality data that supports the identification and refinement of geothermal anomaly targets.

Success in this role also requires the ability to work effectively in challenging and variable environments, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and other demanding conditions. Our field technicians take pride in their ability to perform their work safely and reliably in any climate.

Competencies - What we’re looking for

• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions in the past three years. CDL is preferred, and will grant an automatic pay increase.
• Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and professionalism.
• High degree of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in small, remote teams.
• Willingness to commute long distances (300+ miles) and participate in extended field rotations (14 days).
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions at a fast operational tempo.
• Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related field from an accredited institution preferred.
• Physically able to perform strenuous tasks, including bending, kneeling, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure safe and effective performance of duties.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude, with experience operating and maintaining field vehicles and equipment. (Large diesel trucks, UTVs, and trailers).
• Skilled in GPS use and navigation in remote environments.
• Proficient with computers, especially within the Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Directories).
• Maintains clean, orderly work practices and good housekeeping standards.

Why This Role Matters

This position offers a direct opportunity to contribute to the discovery of new clean energy resources, reduce global carbon emissions, and grow with a fast-moving startup at the forefront of geothermal exploration

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zanskar is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practice laws.