Mining Lab Technician: Wet & Fire Assay Specialist

Equinox Gold Corp.; Brawley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Quarterly bonus opportunity

Job summary

Equinox Gold Corp. in California seeks a Lab Technician to perform sample prep, wet lab and fire assay duties, including atomic absorption analyses on mine samples and QA/QC testing.

You will operate the assay and metallurgical laboratory safely, follow PPE and safety guidelines, and maintain calibration standards and LIMS competency. This on-site role requires basic chemistry skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with a team in a rugged mining environment, with competitive wages and

Qualifications

• 1 year working in a lab with wet and fire lab duties (preferred).
• Strong mathematical calculations, problem solving and analytical ability.
• Attention to detail, ability to read, write legibly and complete forms accurately.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the assay and metallurgical laboratory.
• Understand and apply hazards and precautions for lab chemicals (acids, bases, cyanide, rhodanine, LECO fluxes).
• Identify safety hazards and always wear proper PPE.
• Follow safety instructions and job-related guidelines.
• Receive, assay and report hot cyanide and LECO assays and other tests from the lab.
• Perform QA/QC procedures to ensure reliable wet lab results.

Skills

Lab experience

QA/QC

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

LIMS system

Fire assay equipment

AA/LECO instruments

Job description

Equinox Gold Corp. in California seeks a Lab Technician to perform sample prep, wet lab and fire assay duties, including atomic absorption analyses on mine samples and QA/QC testing.

You will operate the assay and metallurgical laboratory safely, follow PPE and safety guidelines, and maintain calibration standards and LIMS competency. This on-site role requires basic chemistry skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with a team in a rugged mining environment, with competitive wages and