ORE CONTROL GEOLOGIST

ORE CONTROL GEOLOGIST

Want an exciting career in mining? Look no further than Rangefront Mining Services. For over a decade, Rangefront has combined in-depth expertise with cutting-edge technology to provide staffing, geological, technological, and vehicular support to the mining industry.

With services available across North America, Rangefront is committed to providing the highest quality mining and geological services possible in an honest and responsible manner. We pursue an exceptionally high standard of excellence not only in our labor and services, but also in how we choose to manage our company.

Job Responsibilities:

- Works without risk or harm to self or others

- Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures

- Safely operate both on and off-road vehicles

- Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required

- Recognize, control, and communicate safety or environmental hazards

General duties when working on this project:

- Conduct Ore Control activities on a daily basis including blasthole sampling, sample drop off, assays analysis, creating ore/waste releases, field mapping and publishing daily maps.

- Conduct database management for blast holes and all sampling data.

- Geologic mapping blast holes and highwalls.

- Conduct sampling efforts for environmental, metallurgical and ore control needs.

- Update block models and digitize mapping daily.

- Perform work assignments in a timely and accurate manner.

- Liaise with other departments daily including Engineering, Survey, Ops, Metallurgy as necessary to achieve production goals and provide geologic guidance.

- Perform daily QA/QC in areas of responsibility.

- Adhere to the BM Environmental Health and Safety Management system in his/her areas of responsibility.

- Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.

- Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.

- Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.

- Works without risk or harm to self or others.

- Punctuality and regular attendance required.

- Work well with other departments to achieve production results.

- Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.

- Other Geology tasks and projects as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.

- General understanding of mining operations, milling and maintenance operations.

- Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing work processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.

- Experience with acQuire, Vulcan, Ore Pro3D preferred. (Experience with Vulcan Grade control module a plus)

- Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills, and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.

- Ability to work independently and as a member of the management team.

- Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational, and technical writing skills

- Close attention to detail.

- Knowledge of ore deposits and economic geology.

- Bachelor’s degree in geologic sciences is required.

- One to three years of experience in Ore Control.

- Ability to perform fieldwork in all seasons.

- Must be at least 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the Untied States on a full-time basis.

- Requires a valid driver’s license.

What does a career with Rangefront look like?

- Competitive pay (DOE)

- PPE allowance

- Paid travel and expenses (if applicable)

- 401k with employer matching

- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance

- Opportunities for personal and professional growth working with industry leaders

- Work for a thriving and expanding company

- Rangefront Mining Services is an equal opportunity employer

About Rangefront Mining Services

Rangefront Mining Services is a US-based company with headquarters in Elko, Nevada. We specialize in providing contract labor services for the mining and geology industries at locations all over the United States. 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.

To be considered, candidate must be legally able to work in the United States.*