The Geotechnician will provide assistance to geologists and engineers in preparing/processing drill core for further analysis, assist in geophysical field work, and collect and record geotechnical information from drill core.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety
Exercise stop-work authority when necessary
Complete Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments for each job
Operate equipment in safe and professional manner
Comply with on-site safety programs
Geotech duties
Collect and record geotechnical information from diamond drill core, soil samples, and drill cuttings.
Accurately measure, mark, and record core sample's measurements.
Accurately assess core orientation marks and draw orientation line on drill core.
Photograph core and organize core photographs.
Catalog information and enter data into a computer for further data processing.
Move and organize diamond drill core boxes for logging and sampling.
Transport and store drill core storage boxes.
Assemble core storage boxes
Assist with land, geophysical and geologic surveys.
Communication
Report all safety, environmental and security incidents to site management immediately
QUALFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Exploration camp experience and previous use of power tools preferred
General computer skills including Excel and Word preferred.
The individual should be focused, self-motivated and well organized
Good communication skills, both orally and written, legible hand writing and capable of basic mathematical calculations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work effectively in a team setting
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
Ability to follow instructions effectively and in a timely manner
Ability to work for long periods in a remote location
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Ability to stand for extended periods of time
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Requiredtoremainon-sitethroughoutrotation and work an 11-hour shift
TraveltoUKMPworksitemaybeviasmallfixed-wingTravelonsiteandsurroundingareasisbyfour-wheeldrivevehicles,all-terrainvehicles,androtary-wingedaircraft
Work takes place on a remote exploration site. Exposuretoinclementweather conditions(includingsnow,rain,windaswellasextremelywarmorcoldconditions)is common