Carlin - Assay Laboratory Technician
Nevada Gold Mines
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- Location
- Carlin, NV
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 22
- 2 days ago
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About the company
Nevada Gold Mines
Mining & metals · 5,001 to 10,000 employees
At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
What you'll do
- Responsible for the preparation of ore samples, process samples, and exploration samples
- The technician will also be utilized in fire assay, wet laboratory, and operation of analytical instrumentation
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Six (6) months experience in an analytical laboratory preferred
- Familiarity with chemicals and laboratory procedures preferred
- Knowledge of computer operation required
- Exemplary safety and attendance record required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without reasonable accommodations required
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize a heavy workload required
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers in a team environment required
- The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.
- A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
- Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
- Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
What you need
- Knowledge of computer operation
- Exemplary safety and attendance record
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without reasonable accommodations
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize a heavy workload
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers in a team environment
- Ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days
- Six months experience in an analytical laboratory (preferred)
- Familiarity with chemicals and laboratory procedures (preferred)
Key skills
Computer operationFamiliarity with chemicalsLaboratory proceduresCommunicate effectivelyWork with minimal supervisionPrioritize a heavy workload
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Perks
- medical
- dental
- vision plan
- 401k retirement plan
- paid time off
- company-sponsored medical clinics
- share purchase program
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Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Assay Laboratory Technician at our Carlin Analytical Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of ore samples, process samples, and exploration samples.
At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the preparation of ore samples, process samples, and exploration samples
The technician will also be utilized in fire assay, wet laboratory, and operation of analytical instrumentation
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Six (6) months experience in an analytical laboratory preferred
Familiarity with chemicals and laboratory procedures preferred
Knowledge of computer operation required
Exemplary safety and attendance record required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without reasonable accommodations required
Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize a heavy workload required
Ability to communicate effectively with peers in a team environment required
The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.
What We Can Offer You
A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.