Geotechnician

Job Description

Job Description

Geo t echnician – Drill Rig Support

We are seeking motivated and safety-focused Geotechnicians to support active diamond drilling operations at the Mine Site. This role provides continuous geotechnical and geological support for multiple drill rigs operating in a remote exploration environment.

Successful candidates will work closely with drilling crews, geologists, and field management to ensure accurate core handling, geotechnical logging, and daily operational support across 12-hour day and night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rig-side geotechnical and geological logging
• Monitor drill core recovery, orientation, handling, and transport
• Maintain core integrity from recovery through boxing and shipment
• Prepare daily quick logs for near real-time operational decisions
• Collect and record structural and orientation data using digital and manual tools
• Log rock quality, fracture frequency, recovery, and discontinuity conditions
• Photograph logged core according to project standards
• Enter and quality-check geological and geotechnical data
• Coordinate daily with drill crews, supervisors, and geology staff
• Conduct daily rig inspections and participate in safety meetings and shift handovers
• Communicate safety, operational, or geological concerns promptly

Work Environment

• Remote mine site and man-camp based position
• 12-hour shifts (day and night rotations)
• Extended rotational schedules
• Helicopter transportation may be required for some drill sites
• Camp accommodations and meals provided

Qualifications

• Experience with geotechnical or geological core logging preferred
• Ability to work independently in remote field conditions
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• OSHA 10 Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Degree in Geology, Earth Science, or Engineering preferred
• Comfortable working in harsh weather and rugged terrain

Payrate: $32-$38 hr DOE