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Geotechnician

Turner Mining Group

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Tok, AK
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License With Acceptable Driving Record

Job overview

Turner Mining Group is hiring a Geotechnician. The Geotechnician will support field geology, drilling, surveying, and ore control activities. This role involves the safe collection of drill samples and assisting field teams with geologic mapping, survey staking, and drill pad inspections. The Geotechnician will work closely with contractors and field personnel, completing tasks safely, accurately, and with minimal supervision.

Key focus areas include Safely collect, organize, label, and handle drill samples, Conduct drill pad inspections and report field conditions, and Assist survey crews with staking and other field support activities.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver's License With An Acceptable Driving Record, Ability To Lift Up To 50 Pounds And Work On Uneven Terrain, and Ability To Work Outdoors In Varying Weather Conditions. Important skills include Hand Tools, Power Tools, Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, and Work Independently.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hand ToolsPower ToolsCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingWork IndependentlyCommitment to SafetyBrunton CompassDrill Sample HandlingGeologic MappingSurvey StakingGPS Equipment

Qualifications

Valid Driver's License With Acceptable Driving RecordAbility to Lift 50 PoundsAbility to Work on Uneven TerrainAbility to Work Outdoors in Varying Weather ConditionsAbility to Follow Written and Verbal InstructionsAuthorized to Work in the United States Without Visa SponsorshipLabor ExperienceConstruction ExperienceMining ExperienceExploration ExperienceLocal Candidate

Full job description

Turner Staffing Group is seeking a project-based Geotechnician to support field geology, drilling, surveying, and ore control activities in Tok, Alaska.

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient collection of drill samples and for assisting field teams with geologic mapping, survey staking, drill pad inspections, and related project activities. The Geotechnician will work closely with contractors and field personnel and must be able to complete assigned tasks safely, accurately, and with minimal supervision.

Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Safely collect, organize, label, and handle drill samples.

  • Conduct drill pad inspections and report field conditions.

  • Assist survey crews with staking and other field support activities.

  • Support geology teams with mapping and ore control work.

  • Use a Brunton compass or similar field equipment.

  • Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.

  • Communicate with contractors, supervisors, and project personnel.

  • Follow established safety procedures and project requirements.

  • Maintain accurate field records and complete assigned work with minimal supervision.

  • Perform physically demanding work in outdoor and remote field conditions.

Qualifications

  • Previous labor, construction, mining, exploration, or similar field experience preferred.

  • Experience safely using hand and power tools.

  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on uneven terrain.

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and maintain a strong commitment to safety.

  • Experience with drill sample handling, geologic mapping, survey staking, GPS equipment, or a Brunton compass is preferred but not required.

  • Local candidates are preferred.

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Turner Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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