Geology Field Technician I: Sampling & Core Prep

Capstone Copper Pinto Valley; Miami (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Retirement Boost

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus

4-day, 10-hour schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Job summary

Capstone Copper Pinto Valley in Globe-Miami, AZ is seeking a Geology Technician I to perform sampling, core cutting and labeling, and assist with ore control.

This field-heavy role requires safety leadership, basic surveying, data entry into geological databases, and collaboration with geologists during drilling campaigns.

Capstone offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth, relocation assistance, and a 4‑day/10‑hour work schedule, with start‑date benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in drilling operations is a plus.
• Soil or rock sampling experience.
• Experience operating mobile equipment (e.g., forklift).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience performing equipment inspections.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Proficiency with MS Office and acQuire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety leadership and safety consciousness.
• Technical and accurate sampling of blast holes using up-to-date procedures.
• Basic survey abilities for picking up and laying out blast holes.
• Manage sample inventory and related warehouse material safely.
• Enter basic information into computer geological database.
• Ensure duplicates are labeled and identified for labs.
• Ensure timely shipments to laboratories and complete required forms.
• Support ore control activities and grade monitoring in production areas.

Skills

Safety leadership

English language

Outdoor/field work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

acQuire

Job description

Capstone Copper Pinto Valley in Globe-Miami, AZ is seeking a Geology Technician I to perform sampling, core cutting and labeling, and assist with ore control.

This field-heavy role requires safety leadership, basic surveying, data entry into geological databases, and collaboration with geologists during drilling campaigns.

Capstone offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth, relocation assistance, and a 4‑day/10‑hour work schedule, with start‑date benefits.