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# Core Technician

- **Company:** Heavy Tech Resources, LLC
- **Location:** Pahrump, NV, United States
- **Salary:** $43,680.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Spreadsheets, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Data Logging
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d62b855a3519c54c

## About the Role

* High school diploma or equivalent required.
 * Previous core shed, mining, or construction/labor experience preferred, but not required-training provided.
 * Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks including lifting core boxes (50+ lbs), standing, bending, and working outdoors in variable conditions.
 * Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and willingness to learn.
 * Reliable transportation to/from Lovelock, Nevada.

## Description

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Core Technicians in Lovelock, Nevada. Core Technicians play a critical role in supporting mineral exploration programs by handling, processing, and preparing drill core samples for geological logging, sampling, and laboratory analysis. This is a hands-on, physical position that requires accuracy, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety., * Core Handling & Processing

 * Receive, wash, and layout drill core delivered to the core shed.
 * Inspect for discrepancies and ensure proper box order and labeling.
 * Assist with cutting, sampling, bagging, and tagging core for lab submission.
 * Photograph and archive drill core for digital records.
 * Geotechnical Measurements & Data Support
 * Perform routine measurements such as RQD, hardness, magnetic susceptibility, density, and other physical property tests.
 * Enter data accurately into logs and spreadsheets.
 * Maintain consistency and quality in data collection following established procedures.
 * Sampling & QA/QC
 * Prepare and verify sample tags and bags.
 * Follow chain-of-custody procedures for lab shipments.
 * Support QA/QC standards under the supervision of Lead Technicians or Geologists.
 * Field & Site Support (as needed)
 * Assist with drill support tasks such as GPS collar point collection, soil sampling support, and site logistics.
 * Maintain communication with drill crews, leads, and geologists.
 * Safety & Teamwork
 * Follow all site safety protocols and use PPE appropriately.
 * Keep core shed and work areas clean and organized (5S standards).
 * Work effectively within a team to meet daily production goals.


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