Geologist Exploration (Underground)
Geologist Exploration (Underground)
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As our Exploration Geologist you will perform daily geologic functions and special projects in underground exploration activities to keep our production going and our profitability up. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau Alaska. Youll start every day organizing scheduling and prioritizing work activities to ensure timely completion of projects programs and objectives. You will log core according to procedure as well as select samples for assaying and prepare samples for shipment. To thrive in this role you will assist with the design and preparation of drill stations communicating with the mine operations group. Were on a remote island you must know how to work independently identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
About Us
The Greens Creek Mine located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989 employing approximately 515 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company headquartered in Coeur dAlene Idaho. Established in 1891 Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.
Heres what you can expect in this role:
Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do but safety as well.
You will effectively utilize cross-sections in geologic software keeping current quick logs plotted on the sections.
Relocate to Juneau and work on a remote island. You will take a boat commute to work every day. Every department is slightly different but our Geology department works either 4 days on followed by 3 days off or 8 days on followed by 6 days off for 11 hours each day.
You will assist with publishing weekly bi-weekly monthly and quarterly reports and presentations on drill results.
Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before work starts. You will promote and personally observe safety procedures.
A team you can rely on a team that will have your back.
If youre interested in this role apply on our website at this link: have a two-part interview process. If you are selected our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Then if you are selected to move forward you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are fit for you and you are a fit for us.
Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Description is available upon request at
Please visit Heclas website at and our recruiting page at
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