Underground Mine Surveyor: Precision Mapping & Data

Hecla Mining Co.; Mullan (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hecla Mining Co. is seeking a Mine Surveyor to perform underground and surface surveying, including measurements and mapping of development drifts, headings, and infrastructure. You will use Leica total station systems, Nomad data collectors, and robotic equipment to collect data and create accurate maps.

The role requires collaboration with engineers and geologists, and familiarity with Deswik and AutoCAD for data processing. An associates degree in surveying plus experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree in surveying or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of survey experience; underground preferred.
• Ability to use survey equipment to produce data and reports.

Responsibilities

• Meet with Mine Engineers, Geologists and Operations to determine survey scope.
• Ensure quality of survey and related documents (maps, reports, records).
• Measure underground features with Leica total station and data collectors; collect as-built surveys using robotic total station (MS50).
• Process surveys with Deswik and AutoCAD; handle point clouds with Leica Infinity and Cyclone.
• Create 2D/3D maps and as-built plans; delineate boundaries and prepare maps.

Skills

Leica total station

Nomad data collectors

Robotic total station (MS50)

Deswik

AutoCAD

Leica Infinity

Leica Cyclone

2D/3D mapping

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in surveying

Tools

Leica total station

Nomad data collectors

Robotic total station MS50

Deswik

AutoCAD

Leica Infinity

Leica Cyclone

Job description

Hecla Mining Co. is seeking a Mine Surveyor to perform underground and surface surveying, including measurements and mapping of development drifts, headings, and infrastructure. You will use Leica total station systems, Nomad data collectors, and robotic equipment to collect data and create accurate maps.

The role requires collaboration with engineers and geologists, and familiarity with Deswik and AutoCAD for data processing. An associates degree in surveying plus experience is preferred.