Sample Technician

Kinross Gold Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation in the United States seeks a capable Survey/Sample Technician to ensure high-quality assay sampling and timely delivery of samples. The role reports to the Engineering Specialist and involves outdoor work, safety compliance, and operating related sampling equipment.

You will contribute to Kinross' values while maintaining production standards. Candidates should be self-motivated, able to work independently or in a team, and prepared to meet physical requirements such as

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to identify tasks without direction.
• General understanding of mining operations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working safely near moving equipment is preferred.
• Experience driving on pit ramps is preferred.
• Must be fit to wear a respirator.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to shovel and lift full sample bags weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Proficient with PC basics (word processing, spreadsheet, database).
• Must be 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States full-time.
• Requires valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Report to Tech Services Department to ensure sampling quality standards.
• Conduct sampling using shovel, other sampling equipment and mobile equipment.
• Comply with all company safety, environmental, confidentiality and conduct policies.
• Meet or exceed performance expectations set by management.
• Exercise discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Work without risk or harm to self and others.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Assist department personnel in duties listed above.
• Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Self-motivated

Mining operations understanding

Communication skills

Independence & teamwork

Safety around equipment

Driving on pit ramps

Respirator fit

Outdoor work in all weather

Lifting up to 20 pounds

PC skills (Word/Excel/DB)

US work authorization (18+)

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Survey\Sample Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for a high-quality assay sampling and timely delivery of samples while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross' values.

Job Responsibilities

• Effectively report to Tech Services Department to ensure that quality standards of sampling are maintained.
• Sampling includes use of shovel, other sampling equipment and mobile equipment.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Works without risk or harm to self and others.
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Help the department personnel to perform duties listed above.
• Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification and Skill Requirements

• Must be self-motivated, able to look around and find work that needs to be done without having to be instructed.
• General understanding of mining operations.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Experience in working safely near moving equipment is preferred.
• Experience in driving on pit ramps preferred.
• Must be fit to wear a respirator.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to shovel and lift full sample bags weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
• Requires valid driver's license.

Additional Skill Requirements

Health, Safey, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross Competencies

• Strategic Effectiveness
• Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
• External Engagement
• Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
• Business Focus
• Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
• Living the Kinross Values
• Aligning behavior, decisions and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Engineering Specialist.

Legislative Requirements

US work permit required

Background Check required

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).