Geologic Coring Technician

Company Overview

CSA Materials, Inc. is a family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality aggregate and asphalt construction materials for Texas' infrastructure and building needs. With a strong commitment to our core values of Family, Safety, and Job, we strive to create a supportive environment for both our employees and customers.

Summary

The Geologic Coring Technician is a detail-oriented and safety-conscious technician responsible for operating coring equipment, collecting subsurface geological samples, and ensuring the integrity and documentation of core samples for analysis. Logging and processing the core samples. This role is critical in supporting mineral and material exploration efforts.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

- Operate and maintain coring rigs and associated equipment in field environments

- Collect continuous core samples from various geological formations

- Label, log, and preserve core samples according to standard procedures

- Assist geologists in interpreting core data and preparing field reports

- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations

- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of coring equipment

- Transport core samples to laboratories or storage facilities as needed

- Maintain accurate field records, including drilling logs and sample inventories

- Collaborate with drilling crews, geologists, and project managers to meet exploration goals

- Perform pre-shift safety inspection of assigned equipment to assure safe operation

- Continuously observe, monitor, and report any condition that could lead to equipment failure or a safety hazard

- Follow direction of Supervisor as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite

- Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations

- Represent CSA values at all times

- Perform related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

- Ability to perform duties in a safe and efficient manner

- Knowledge of relevant safety procedures and MSHA guidelines

- Ability to effectively communicate

- Ability to work in remote and physically demanding environments

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Working knowledge of various coring methods

- Experience operating heavy mobile equipment

- Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, possible weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed

- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

- Valid driver’s license

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions

- Extended travel and overnight stays may be required. 50%+ of travel time

- Exposure to water, mud, dust, and loud noise

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform the following:

- Lift up to 50 pounds

- Stand, sit, and climb for extended periods of time

- Walk and climb on uneven surfaces

- Stoop, kneel, reach, stand, grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, bend or move objects

CSA Materials, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- San Angelo, TX 76903 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- San Angelo, TX 76903: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person