Geological Technician II

The Doe Run Company•Viburnum, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At The Doe Run Company, our jobs help supply minerals and metals that support our way of life. This dayshift position is located at our 28 Mine in Viburnum, MO. The Doe Run Company is currently seeking a Geological Technician I to support core sampling preparation, primarily underground, core logging, daily recordkeeping, and storage for the furtherance of geological modeling and identification of ore deposits.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years core logging experience or similar experience.
Forklift certification.
Valid driver’s license
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) and databases (Acquire).
Proficient in the use of powered and non-powered material moving equipment (forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift).
Well-organized, attention to detail, ability to follow detailed procedures and instructions.
Basic knowledge of geology, geological terms, and mineral identification.
Proficient in the use of powered equipment; rock saw, rock splitter, crusher, pulverizer, and pneumatic lift assist.

Nice To Haves

Associates in Geology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow detailed procedures for receiving, organizing and preparing surface and underground sampling. (sawing, crushing, splitting, and dumping diamond drill core samples.)
Follow detailed procedures to inspect, and log surface and underground diamond drill core into the available database.
Review logging data and determine core to be assayed based on the amount of ore mineralization present, degree of brecciation, and any other geologic features.
Follow QAQC procedures in the sampling and preparation of samples for assay.
Participate in measuring and photographing underground and surface core samples.
Record, store, organize, and locate saved drill core and assay pulps.
Utilize forklift to organize pallets of diamond drill core.
Maintain the core inspection, processing, and storage facilities in a clean and safe condition.
Train and mentor less experienced personnel.
Complete tasks in a safe and environmentally compliant manner by following EHS (environmental, health and safety) policies, procedures, and best practices; support and assist peers in working in a safe, compliant manner; report unsafe acts or conditions, incidents, and deviations; and provide feedback to support continuous improvement in EHS performance.
Other duties as assigned.