Geology Drilling Technician

Cripple Creek & Victor Mining Company; Colorado; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Employee share purchase plan

PTO

STI

Job summary

SSR Mining Inc.'s Cripple Creek & Victor Mine is seeking a Geology Drilling Technician to support drill services and geology teams. You will collect and handle geological samples, record QA/QC data, and assist field crews with drilling operations in a high-altitude Colorado environment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a valid driver license, and basic computer skills; lifting up to 75 lbs and working in various weather conditions

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, email) required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in high-altitude conditions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in safety meetings and hazard reporting.
• Collect and deliver drill core and RC samples.
• Organize and store samples; manage QA/QC submittals.
• Prepare supplies for drill crews and field deliveries.
• Assist drill services team and geologists in field activities.
• Operate light vehicles and forklifts safely.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Email

Forklifts

Job description

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada. SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

SSR Mining’s Cripple Creek & Victor Mine is seeking a Geology Drilling Technician to support our Drill Services and Geology teams. This role is critical in ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient collection, handling, and tracking of geological samples and drilling data. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hands‑on mining environment, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and prioritize safety in all aspects of their work.

Day to Day

• Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and hazard reporting.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas.
• Collect and deliver to various areas; drill core and RC samples from contractor(s).
• Organize and store samples.
• Be able to split or saw rock core.
• Insert and record accurately the QA-QC standards and blanks into submittals.
• Arrange for sample shipments.
• Maintain the core shack facilities in a clean and safe condition.
• Prepare supplies for the drill crews and deliver to the field.
• Assist the drill services team / geologists with field activities.
• Operate light vehicles and forklifts safely.
• Be willing to operate forklifts, backhoe, and drive truck and trailer.
• Enter daily drill production, sample counts, contractor reports, or equipment usage as required.
• Support documentation and reporting for drilling metrics and compliance needs.

Is This You??

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• History of learning new skills and problem solving as a team member
• Valid Driver License
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, email).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Must have a serious commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals and deadlines
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate situational awareness
• Must be able to handle and lift up to 75 pounds and be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions

Working Conditions & Environment

Role is based at the Cripple Creek & Victor Mine, located in Teller County, Colorado. The Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V) Mine site is located at elevations ranging from approximately 9,400 ft. to 10,600 ft. above sea level. Workers in this position are routinely exposed to conditions at various work sites throughout this range of elevations and must be physically capable of working at this altitude. Weather conditions can and do change frequently and can become severe at times. The summary provided is a basic outline of duties for the Geology Drilling Technician and is not all-inclusive.

For applicants residing in CO, the hourly rate offered for this overtime-eligible role is $31.93/hr.

Benefits: 401(k); medical/dental/vision insurance; employee share purchase plan, PTO, and STI.

SSR Mining does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to SSR Mining in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where SSR Mining has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of SSR Mining and SSR Mining will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SSR Mining Inc. is a leading, free cash flow focused intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada. SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!