Laboratory Technician

Northern NV Jobs; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern NV Jobs in Fallon, NV is seeking a Laboratory Technician responsible for sample preparation, receiving, and preliminary analyses in the laboratory.

You will operate equipment used in sample prep, perform fire assay and moisture analysis, and ensure proper handling of reagents. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and timely reporting of results in a mining/processing lab.

Qualifications

• Experience with sample receiving and preparation in a laboratory.
• Ability to perform wet lab analyses and report results.
• Familiarity with multi-element AA analysis.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste guidelines and safety.
• Attention to accuracy and timeliness in reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample receiving and preparation of all samples.
• Conduct wet lab analyses and report results.
• Carry out multi-element AA analysis.
• Perform fire assay of solids for Au/Ag.
• Handle reagents and ensure waste is managed safely.
• Complete calculations for assay reporting.
• Maintain accuracy, precision, and timely work.
• Follow EH&S guidelines and procedures.
• Contribute to other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sample preparation

Fire assay

Wet lab analysis

Hazardous waste handling

Tools

AA spectrometer

Fire assay furnace

Job description

Responsible for all sample preparation duties and sample receiving. Daily responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to complete knowledge of all equipment used in the sample receiving and preparation laboratory, crusher daily ore sample preparation, blast hole sample preparation, fire assaying sample preparation and moisture analysis.

• Perform basic sample receiving and preparation of all samples delivered to the laboratory
• Perform wet lab analysis and reporting for all incoming samples
• Perform multi-element AA analysis
• Perform sample preparation and fire assay of solid samples for gold and silver analysis
• Perform precipitate and slag assays
• Handle reagents and samples appropriately
• Understands calculations associated with assay reporting
• Perform accurate and precise work in a timely manner
• Adheres to the solid and hazardous waste management guidelines as defined by the Environmental, Health and Safety Department
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Compensation - DOE