Geologist Exploration

Hecla Mining Company; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hecla Mining Company is hiring an Exploration Geologist in Juneau, AK. You will perform daily geologic tasks, log cores, select samples for assaying, and help design drill stations while coordinating with the mine operations team.

The role requires independent work on a remote island, with a boat daily commute. Safety is emphasized, with MSHA training provided in the first four days and ongoing adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Geology degree or background preferable (not specified in ad).
• MSHA training provided within first 4 days on the job.
• Familiarity with geologic software for cross-sections and logs.

Responsibilities

• MSHA and safety training in the first days on the job.
• Log core and select samples for assaying and prepare samples for shipment.
• Assist design and preparation of drill stations; coordinate with mine operations.
• Publish weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly drill results reports and presentations.
• Promote and observe safety procedures; inspect equipment and work areas.
• Relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island; daily boat commute.
• Work independently on a remote island and resolve problems timely.

Skills

Geology

MSHA training

Geologic software

Tools

Geologic software

Job description

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Geologist Exploration

Geology Regular Full-Time Juneau, AK, US 1 Attachments

As our Exploration Geologist, you will perform daily geologic functions and special projects in underground exploration activities to keep our production going and our profitability up. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. You’ll start every day organizing, scheduling, and prioritizing work activities to ensure timely completion of projects, programs, and objectives. You will log core according to procedure as well as select samples for assaying and prepare samples for shipment. To thrive in this role, you will assist with the design and preparation of drill stations, communicating with the mine operations group. We’re on a remote island, you must know how to work independently, identify, and resolve problems in a timely manner.

About Us

The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 515 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Here’s what you can expect in this role:

• Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well.
• You will effectively utilize cross-sections in geologic software, keeping current quick logs plotted on the sections.
• Relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island. You will take a boat commute to work every day. Every department is slightly different, but our Geology department works either 4 days on followed by 3 days off or 8 days on followed by 6 days off for 11 hours each day.
• You will assist with publishing weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports and presentations on drill results.
• Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before work starts. You will promote and personally observe safety procedures.
• A team you can rely on, a team that will have your back.

We have a two-part interview process. If you are selected, our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Then, if you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are fit for you, and you are a fit for us.

Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.