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# Geotechnician

- **Company:** Turner Mining Group
- **Location:** San Manuel, AZ, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Digital Data, Microsoft Office, Warehouse Management Systems, Tablet Computers
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=06208d7c02a20b40

## About the Role

* Previous experience as a geotechnical technician, core technician, mining technician, geological technician, or similar field is preferred.
 * Experience working around drill core, geological sampling, exploration drilling, or mining operations is highly desirable.
 * Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
 * Experience with digital data entry, tablets, and field software.
 * Ability to perform measurements, calculations, and work accurately with numerical data.
 * Experience using digital cameras for documentation is an asset.
 * OSHA/MSHA training and forklift certification are preferred but not required.
 * Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
 * Ability to safely operate 4WD vehicles in remote terrain.
 * Ability to successfully complete a background check and pre-employment screening.

Physical Requirements

 * Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, and work in an outdoor mining environment.
 * Regular lifting of up to 35 pounds.
 * Ability to repeatedly lift core boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
 * Must be able to wear required PPE, including passing respirator fit testing when applicable.

## Description

* Process and organize drill core in the core shack while ensuring accurate labeling and footage verification.
 * Clean drill core and verify depth markings, orientation lines, and interval information.
 * Perform feet-to-meter conversions and maintain accurate core measurements.
 * Capture core photography and collect magnetic susceptibility, density, spectral, and other geological measurements.
 * Transport drill core between the drill site, laboratory, and warehouse as needed.
 * Conduct routine quality control checks and assist with field activities.
 * Handle, move, and organize core boxes using pallet jacks, forklifts, or manual lifting techniques.
 * Operate wet saws to cut core samples following established QA/QC procedures.
 * Prepare samples for laboratory shipment and maintain sample tracking documentation.
 * Complete cutting logs, laboratory submission forms, and digital data entry.
 * Store logged core and maintain warehouse organization.
 * Assist geologists with exploration activities as required.
 * Maintain housekeeping standards and comply with all site safety procedures and PPE requirements.


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