Geologist

Geologist

Yerington, Nevada, United States

About the Job

The position is responsible for primarily core logging, and geotechnical logging, though field activities may also be required.

• Ensuring drill rigs are properly orientated as specified by the drill plan.
• Coordinating with senior geologic management, making decisions on ending drill holes or deepening drill holes based on results and drilling conditions.
• Perform detailed logging of drill core using tablets, recording lithology, alteration, structures, veining, and mineralization.
• As needed, assist geo-technicians recording geotechnical data including RQD, rock hardness, and magnetic susceptibility.
• As needed, geologic field verification of 3D models.
• Understands and uses computer software and applications associated with geological assignments
• Complies with Company’s Safety Awareness program, office and or field safety policies
• Performs other related geological work as required

Minimum Qualifications and Education:

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology, Mining or related discipline or the sciences from a four-year accredited college or University or demonstrated equivalent.
• Experience: Two (2) to five (5) years of experience in the geological field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience logging drill core.
• Experience with porphyry copper and copper skarn deposits.