What are the responsibilities and job description for the Core Logging Geologist position at Rangefront Mining Services?
For over a decade, Rangefront Mining Services has been a trusted partner to the mining industry, delivering staffing, geological expertise, advanced technology, and vehicle support. We combine deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge solutions to help our clients succeed.
Position Overview: We are seeking motivated Core Logging Geologists to work on-site for one of our valued clients in the mining industry. This role involves hands-on geological work in dynamic mining environments, ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency in all tasks.
This is a short-duration contract anticipated to last 1-2 months.
Key Responsibilities
Position Overview: We are seeking motivated Core Logging Geologists to work on-site for one of our valued clients in the mining industry. This role involves hands-on geological work in dynamic mining environments, ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency in all tasks.
This is a short-duration contract anticipated to last 1-2 months.
Key Responsibilities
- Work safely and follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
- Follow verbal and written instructions, policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Safely operate company vehicles on paved and unpaved roads.
- Properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Identify, report, and help mitigate safety and environmental hazards.
- Log and sample drill core accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain organized and accurate geological data and records.
- Interpret geological, structural, and assay data to support exploration programs.
- Compile and integrate drilling, mapping, and assay data into 3D geological models.
- Collaborate with geologists and technical staff to support exploration and resource evaluation activities.
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Geology or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in core logging and sampling.
- Knowledge of siliciclastic depositional environments and skarn Cu-Au mineralization associated with porphyry systems.
- Experience identifying lithology, alteration, mineralization, and structural features in drill core.
- Proficiency with geological software; experience with Leapfrog and Acquire preferred.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Previous mining or mineral exploration experience preferred.
- Surface MSHA certification preferred.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work in field and core shed environments.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay (DOE) and per diem.
- PPE allowance.
- Paid travel and expenses (if applicable).
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Work with industry leaders in a thriving, expanding company.
About Rangefront Mining Services
Rangefront Mining Services is a US-based company with headquarters in Elko, Nevada and regional offices throughout North America. We specialize in providing contract labor services for the mining and geology industries at locations all over the United States and Canada. With decades of experience and deep relationships in both fields, we have expertise in being able to recognize and qualify the best candidates.
Rangefront strives to re-employ our top-quality candidates after each contract position has ended. We have great relationships with these candidates because of our competitive benefits, exceptional communication, and our commitment to keeping our outstanding laborers employed in great contract positions. This means they are loyal, hardworking, and qualified to take on the next mining or geology project.
Along with many life-goal centered benefits, our company offers many exciting and rewarding opportunities in geology, exploration, and mining. We believe your career with us will be highly fulfilling.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Rangefront Mining Services is an equal opportunity employer.
To be considered, candidate must be legally able to work in the United States.
Salary : $58,568 - $96,134