Geology Drilling Technician

SSR Mining Inc.•Victor, ID

1d•$32•Onsite

About The Position

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada. SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future! Job Description: SSR Mining’s Cripple Creek & Victor Mine is seeking a Geology Drilling Technician to support our Drill Services and Geology teams. This role is critical in ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient collection, handling, and tracking of geological samples and drilling data. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hands-on mining environment, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and prioritize safety in all aspects of their work.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
History of learning new skills and problem solving as a team member
Valid Driver License
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, email).
Ability to prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision
Must be able to communicate effectively both written and verbally
Must have a serious commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals and deadlines
Ability to work well with others and demonstrate situational awareness
Must be able to handle and lift up to 75 pounds and be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions

Responsibilities

Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and hazard reporting.
Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas.
Collect and deliver to various areas; drill core and RC samples from contractor(s)
Organize and store samples.
Be able to split or saw rock core
Insert and record accurately the QA-QC standards and blanks into submittals.
Arrange for sample shipments
Maintain the core shack facilities in a clean and safe condition
Prepare supplies for the drill crews and deliver to the field
Assist the drill services team / geologists with field activities
Operate light vehicles and forklifts safely.
Be willing to operate, forklifts, backhoe, and drive truck and trailer.
Enter daily drill production, sample counts, contractor reports, or equipment usage as required.
Support documentation and reporting for drilling metrics and compliance needs.