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Technician, Geology I
Job Location:
Job Location:
Winnemucca, NV - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 28 - 30
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (22 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Geology Technician
Location: Winnemucca Nevada
Reports to:Exploration Geologist
Posting Date:August 10 2026
The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the Exploration team safely meet stated goals including but not limited to quarterly production sample throughput exploration and discovery and cost control.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform measurements on diamond drill core including recovery rock quality and others.
- Assist with logging process by performing activities including but not limited to loading/unloading boxes washing core organization photographing core etc.
- Prepare core samples by splitting cutting or whole-core bagging.
- Maintain sample integrity by diligent application of sampling best-practices.
- Operate equipment possibly including forklift skid-steer backhoe bulldozer etc.
- General maintenance on/in logging facility.
- Prepare QA/QC samples.
- Liaise with assay lab as necessary.
- Maintain inventory of logging supplies
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience core lab or mining environment preferred.
- Drivers License with clean driving record required
- Excellent safety record and self-motivated
- Able to thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills (Outlook Word) preferred.
- Ability to meet physical demands including lifting up to 60 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Must pass physical exam drug screening and background check.
Hecla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
8 on/6 off schedule 10 hour shifts
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) is the largest primary silver producer in the United States.
