Geotechnical Technician

Turner Mining Group•Henderson, NV

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Staffing Group is currently seeking skilled Environmental Technicians for a project near Searchlight, NV. In addition to an hourly wage, the position offers transportation to and from the job location. The schedule is Monday - Thursday, with 10+ hour days, from 3:45 am to 5:00 pm, which includes paid travel time to and from the job site located about 30-40 miles from Searchlight on the CA side. The pay rate is $18-$20 per hour, with travel pay at 1.5 times the hourly rate. Overtime is paid for any hours over 8 hours a day. The position includes a paid 1-hour lunch and rest pay.

Requirements

Ability to take direction and work as a team is required.
HS diploma / GED
Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as determined by job duties, task hazards, and work location. PPE includes, but is not limited to, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other PPE as determined by job task and location.
Employees may be required to work while wearing the required PPE, including respiratory and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the environmental, mining, or related fields is preferred.
Current MSHA Certification (desired).
HAZWOPER, and DOT certifications for waste inspections and disposals preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment, including skid-steer, forklift, and water truck.
Assist the Re-vegetation Engineer at plant nurseries and greenhouses with tasks such as irrigation tubing replacement, greenhouse maintenance and planting, weed removal, and salvaging/transplanting plants.
Collect soil, water, waste, and other materials for environmental sampling as directed by the Environmental Engineer.
Assist the Environmental Engineer in conducting regular environmental inspections to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements, and to identify and implement corrective measures.
Prepare field observation notes, records, and reports related to environmental duties.
Oversee maintenance and repairs related to environmental requirements.
Perform general compliance-related data entry to MS Word or Excel.
Operate environmental field equipment as necessary.
Promote awareness of environmental issues among employees.
Inspect and manage obligations for the protection of the desert tortoise and other protected species.
Assist the Environmental Engineer with hazardous waste management and inspections.
Conduct fieldwork to investigate the nature and extent of any accidental spills.
Maintain documentation for inspections, spills, and corrective actions, including environmental SOPs, policies, and forms.
Support sustainability initiatives, including land restoration, water conservation, reclamation, and biodiversity protection.
Ensure accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks and monitor work to ensure the highest quality.
Act in a responsible, professional, and safe manner at all times.
Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
Report all environmental concerns to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.