Demo

Fire Assay Technician

ALS
Reno, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/13/2026
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

About the Position:

The Fire Assay Technician will conduct routine and non-routine analyses of geological samples, fusion, and cupellation.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Crucible management and set up/prepare samples for fusion
  • Perform fusion and cupellation processes using furnace tools
  • Follow up on rush priority workloads
  • Ensure all safe work procedures and standard working procedures are strictly adhered to
  • Maintain and organize departmental inventory, such as supplies and chemicals
  • Ensure cleaning and maintenance schedules are complete
  • Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality
  • Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Familiarity with all fire assay methods and their respective digestion volumes and finish methods
  • Strong analytical and mechanical skills
  • Organized and highly motivated individual
  • Detail oriented individual
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to effectively handle a high volume of work and time critical issues
  • Basic English communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Computer knowledge would be an asset;
  • Safety oriented

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.  

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How To Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Salary.com Estimation for Fire Assay Technician in Reno, NV
$59,023 to $75,707
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Fire Assay Technician?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Fire Assay Technician career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$59,389 - $76,258
Income Estimation: 
$70,374 - $91,917
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at ALS

  • ALS South Charleston, WV
  • At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insight... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • ALS Reno, NV
  • At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insight... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • ALS Reno, NV
  • Imagine your future with us At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innova... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • ALS North Las Vegas, NV
  • At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insight... more
  • 1 Day Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Fire Assay Technician jobs in the Reno, NV area that may be a better fit.

  • ALS Reno, NV
  • At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insight... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • ALS Reno, NV
  • Imagine your future with us At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innova... more
  • 15 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!