Core Logging and Geotechnical Technician

ABOUT US

Minpraxis Solutions is a Vancouver-based mining technology company delivering innovative geotechnical and geometallurgical characterization of rock samples. We partner with mining companies to generate continuous, high-resolution rock information that improves mine design, planning, and operational decision-making.

We are looking to engage two to three geology or mining students or junior geologists to support an upcoming core logging, core cutting, and geotechnical testing project at UBC.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a temporary project-based role with an expected duration of 1 to 1.5 months. The work will be carried out at the UBC Point Grey Campus, with equipment and training provided.

The position may be full-time or part-time, depending on project needs and candidate availability. You will work closely with the Minpraxis team to support project deliverables related to core characterization and geotechnical testing.

The anticipated project start date is early to mid-May.

JOB DESCRIPTION / WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Responsibilities may include:

● Core logging and documentation

● Core marking and cutting for geotechnical samples

● Supporting the planning and organization of geotechnical test work

● Carrying out Point Load and Brazilian indirect tensile tests

● Recording, organizing, and checking test data

● Helping maintain clean, consistent, and well-documented workflows

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

● Background in Geological Sciences, Mining, or a related field (undergraduate or post-graduate student)

● Familiarity with core logging, core cutting, or geotechnical testing is an asset

● Ability to work carefully and consistently with rock samples, data, and documentation

● Strong attention to detail

● Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently or in a small team

● Availability for full-time or part-time work over a 1-to-1.5-month period

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 1.5 month

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Location:

- Vancouver, BC (required)

Work Location: In person