Remote Alaska Exploration Geologist — Underground Mine

Hecla Mining Co.; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hecla Mining Co. is seeking an Exploration Geologist for Greens Creek Mine near Juneau, AK. You will perform daily geologic functions underground, log cores, and select samples for assaying while supporting drill-site planning and reporting.

Required to relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island; you will collaborate with the mine operations team, publish regular reports, and adhere to MSHA and safety procedures in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• MSHA training provided within 4 days
• Experience with logging cores and sampling
• Ability to work independently on remote island
• Underground mining experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Log core according to procedure and select samples for assaying
• Assist with design and preparation of drill stations
• Publish weekly to quarterly drill results reports
• Communicate with mine operations group
• Follow safety procedures and inspect equipment before use

Skills

Geology

Core logging

Sampling for assay

Drill site design

Safety awareness

Tools

Geology software

Job description

Hecla Mining Co. is seeking an Exploration Geologist for Greens Creek Mine near Juneau, AK. You will perform daily geologic functions underground, log cores, and select samples for assaying while supporting drill-site planning and reporting.

Required to relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island; you will collaborate with the mine operations team, publish regular reports, and adhere to MSHA and safety procedures in a dynamic mining environment.