Geologist Laborer

Copper World Inc.; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay is seeking a Geologist Laborer (Temporary) for the Copper World Project near Sahuarita, Arizona. The role involves hands-on field and lab support, moving drill core, sampling, and assisting geology and survey teams.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a positive work ethic; MSHA certification is preferred. The assignment runs for 12 months with a 5-day work week and 8 hours daily.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Positive work ethic.
• MSHA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move and unstack pallets of drill core for analyses.
• Sample drill core in storage yard following safety practices.
• Collect rock samples from road cuts.
• Operate small equipment such as a skid steer or forklift.
• Maintain daily progress reports.
• Assist geology and survey teams with field work and general labor tasks.

Skills

Positive work ethic

Education

High School diploma or GED

MSHA certification

Job description

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier‑one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose of Role:

Reporting to Senior Geologist, the Geologist Laborer (Temporary) will have to spend some weeks on the Mason Project in Yerington, Nevada, 1.5 hours driving from Reno airport.

This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work safely and maintain an orderly organized workplace.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Moving and unstacking pallets of drill core for various geophysical and geotechnical analyses. Re-stacking, re-strapping, and replacing pallets in correct location.
• Sampling from drill core in storage yard following best practices for safety and quality.
• Collecting rock samples from road cuts.
• Splitting drill core for analysis using automated core saw (training will be provided).
• Will be required to operate small equipment such as a skid steer or forklift.
• Maintain daily progress reports.
• Will be required to assist geology and survey department with field work, housekeeping, and general labor tasks as required.
• May assist other departments at Helvetia or Mason site with labor tasks as needed.
• Keep department trucks clean and maintained.
• This position will involve repeated lifting of up to 50lbs.

Candidates must be able to perform all the tasks mentioned.

Work schedule will be 5 days a week, 8 hours a day. The expected term is 12 months.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or GED
• Positive work ethic

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current MSHA.
• Experience at mine or construction sites.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements:

Physical– The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
  • Affordable medical benefits for you and your family.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid sick time and holiday pay.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check. Depending on the specific requirements of the role, candidates may also need to undergo a physical examination, drug screening, and educational verification.