Geology Technician I

Workplace Type: Onsite

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Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Newmont’s Corporate Headquarters are located in Denver, Colorado with roles in Engineering, IT, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources and much more.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

About This Role

What will you be responsible for?

Primary responsibilities are sampling of drill core: either cutting or consuming intervals as directed by geologists. Functions include, but not limited to, retrieving drill samples for assays, re-assay, scanning samples into inventory and operation of core saws, forklifts among other equipment.

Your role will consist of

Here is a snapshot of what your day to day will look like:

• Demonstrate safety leadership and safety consciousness. Maintain a safe work environment by sustaining good housekeeping practices and watching out for work area safety and actively participating in safety meetings.
• Task train co-workers in the safe and efficient use of equipment.
• Ability to manage the sample inventory and related warehouse materials, without damage to the people, property or process.
• Makes accurate records of new materials placed into storage. Maintain the storage locations.
• Completes periodic daily workplace inspections and corrects problems with individuals capabilities.
• Complete routine maintenance on the rock saws to reduce or eliminate major breakdowns.
• Accurately process drill samples. Cut drill core and log accurately. Samples are places into bags, label sample bags are prepared and placed in sample bins for shipping.
• Follow established sampling procedures. Ability to identify naming and numbering errors in sample handling procedures.
• Ensures timely shipments to laboratories and accurately completes required dispatch forms. Schedule load and unload sample shipments.
• Ability to read and understand material retrieval request, collect these materials and ship accordingly.
• Build and maintain Excel spreadsheets.
• Support contractor management and tracking through data entry of daily operation reports.
  
  

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist

Here is what we need to see from you!

Experience

• Knowledge of safety and environmental policies and practices, and willingness to develop related skills sets.
• Demonstrate knowledge of radio communication procedures and vehicle operation signals.
• Core cutting experience is a plus.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Maintain a valid State driver’s license for light vehicles among other equipment. Ability to safely and effectively operate light vehicles, 4x4 vehicle and occasionally operate an all-terrain vehicle.
• Have the ability to safely operate forklifts, backhoe or telehandler to support drill operations and sample logistics.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.
• Have basic office computer skills (Word, Excel, Power point). Data entry, spreadsheet and email.
  
  

Working Conditions & Location

• Position based in United States at the Cripple Creek & Victor Mine, located in Teller County Colorado.
• Availability to work some weekends.
• Must be able to work at high altitude.
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time, be able to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly during the workday.
• Operate vehicles in mine operation environments.
  
  

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

The salary range offered for this role is USD $44,480- 52,820. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s salary history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about salary history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance. This role also will be eligible for participation in a discretionary long-term incentive program, pursuant to which an employee may receive awards based on their level and individual performance. (remove if not a 107)

Newmont offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing. This role will be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short and long-term disability; defined benefit pension; 401(k) program with company match; financial planning; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement; paid holidays and paid time off; paid family leave; matching gifts; and discounts on home, auto and pet insurance. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and may be modified or terminated at Newmont’s sole discretion.