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Geology Technician - Temporary Contract

Vancouver, BC
Mid Level
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Top Benefits

Monthly bonus eligibility

About the role

We Pursue a Higher Standard

Coeur Mining, Inc. is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with five wholly-owned operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Silvertip is one of the highest-grade silver-zinc lead projects in the world. Coeur is focused on targeted exploration of Silvertip’s large, highly prospective land page. Recent drilling results reinforce Silvertip's growing potential as an emerging tier-one asset for the Company.

Coeur Silvertip prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

Geological Technician - Temporary Contract:

The Coeur Silvertip mine located in British Columbia, just 10 miles south of the Yukon border is seeking a**Geological Technician (Temporary)**to work in a camp-based environment rotating on a two week in/two week out shift rotation.

Responsibilities:

  • Complete geotechnical logging of oriented diamond drill core;
  • Maintain core logging data in database;
  • Sample and cut diamond drill core (fit-tested respirator required);
  • Track and catalogue drill core and samples;
  • Manage core sample shipments;
  • Perform pre-operational checks, operate equipment, and perform all job functions according to Safe Operating Procedures;
  • Assist geologists as required.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Fundamental geologic knowledge considered an asset;
  • Post-Secondary Education in geosciences considered an asset;
  • Core logging and cutting experience considered an asset;
  • Experience working with oriented core considered an asset;
  • Valid driver's license;
  • Able to lift core boxes weighing up to 60 pounds;
  • Physically fit to perform the duties of the position;
  • Training provided.

Additional Information:

  • Willing to work a two-week rotation schedule, with 12-hour shifts per day at a remote camp.
  • Eligible for monthly bonus.
  • Our current designated marshalling locations are Vancouver, Kelowna, Nanaimo, Calgary, Edmonton, Whitehorse, Teslin, and Watson Lake.

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States and Canada is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

About Coeur Mining, Inc.

Mining
1001-5000

Coeur does not ask for or require job applicants to pay any fees as part of our recruitment process, including “placement fees”, “equipment fees” or “immigration fees”. In addition, Coeur does not ask potential job candidates to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our careers page and/or job posting sites and only as requested for legitimate business purposes. All official Coeur information regarding employment will come from an email containing ‘coeur.com’. If you are uncertain as to the authenticity of a recruitment firm claiming to represent Coeur or you are asked to provide money or sensitive personal data through any other means, do not respond and please report this immediately to careerinfo@coeur.com

Our purpose statement at Coeur is, We Pursue a Higher Standard. Everything we do is fueled by this statement; it is our foundation and inspiration for our actions every day. At Coeur, we PROTECT our people, places and planet, DEVELOP quality resources, growth and plans, and DELIVER impactful results through teamwork.

Coeur Mining, Inc. is a growing precious metals producer with five mines in North America. Coeur’s wholly-owned operations include the Palmarejo silver-gold complex in Mexico, the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead mine in British Columbia, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota.

Coeur employs approximately 2,000 people and is consistently growing. We are proud of the jobs we provide, the people we employ, and the communities we serve. Coeur identifies the importance of working together to tackle challenges head-on. Together, we welcome new ideas, and leaders who will own and deliver solutions. With 90 years of mining experience, Coeur understands the importance of innovation, responsible mining, and collaboration.

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