Sample Technician

Kinross Gold Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking a hands-on candidate to perform high-quality assay sampling and timely delivery of samples under supervision. The role supports Tech Services by maintaining sampling quality and adhering to Kinross values.

The incumbent will operate sampling tools, work outdoors in all weather, and comply with safety, environmental and confidentiality policies while meeting performance expectations.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to find work without instruction.
• General understanding of mining operations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience working safely near moving equipment preferred.
• Experience 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 sample bags up to 20 pounds.
• Working knowledge of PC word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Must be 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Requires valid driver’s license.

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.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including 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.

Skills

Self-motivation

Mining operations understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety near moving equipment

Driving on pit ramps

Fit to wear respirator

Outdoor work

Lifting 20 lb samples

PC skills (word processing, spreasheet

Legal work age 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 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).