McEwen Mining Inc. has four producing mines, located in Nevada, Ontario, Mexico, and Argentina, and also has exposure to copper through its subsidiary McEwen Copper, owner of the large Los Azules copper deposit in Argentina. Our goal is to further develop into a strong and profitable gold and silver producer, focused on the Americas. In order to do that, we need great talent. McEwen Mining currently has an opening at our Fox Complex Sites for a:Exploration Core TechnicianReporting to the Core Shack Supervisor, the Exploration Core Technician is responsible for cutting diamond drill core using a rock saw or manual core splitter, as well as bagging and tagging the drill core samples and boxes, respectively. The Exploration Core Technician will follow the direction of the core shack supervisor to ensure proper cutting procedures are followed. They must be a committed team player with a strong knowledge and dedication to safety, production methods and equipment care. Other duties will be assigned as per operational needs.The list of duties and responsibilities below is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the employee will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. All employees are required to be professional, cooperative, and flexible in line with the requirements of the position.Operational / Technical ExecutionCut diamond drill core as labeled by the geologist.Insert blanks and standards as labeled by the geologist.Bag the drill core and ensure proper labeling and written manifests are created.Must be highly self-motivated and able to follow established procedures and meet standards while working unsupervised. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following all policies and procedures. Operate tools such as core cutting saw, skid steer, and drills to carry out assigned tasks. Must be able to wrack and load core boxes from time to time for logging purposes. General Administration and ControlsMaintain a high level of housekeeping in all areasMaintain health, safety and environmental standards.Wear personal protective equipment responsibly and appropriately.The Capability to work positively with a team of professional and technical people in a changing, creative and energetic environment is critical.Qualifications and Skills Requirement:Valid driver’s license (G2 or higher class) and a reliable means of transportation.Must be organized and able to communicate with supervisors and managers.Must be able to lift 50 pounds.Willing to work indoors and outdoors in different weather conditions including extreme cold and heat.Must be able to stand while cutting core, sit at desk, and climb stairsExcellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. He/she must be able to effectively deal with the Core Shack personnel in a courteous and respectful manner.Ability to organize and communicate with supervisors and managers.Knowledge of hand tools and a good understanding of general maintenance.Must be highly self-motivated and able to follow established procedures and meet standards while working unsupervised.Always maintain a safety conscious mentality as well as possess the ability to work safely and efficiently.Previous experience in the field of Geology is an asset.Significant experience with gold ore geology is an asset.Diversity and InclusionMcEwen is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our communities, in which we live and work. To apply for this position please email your resume to: find out more information about McEwen mining please visit us at: thanks all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
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Exploration Core Technician