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We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.

Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine comprises an underground, hard-rock gold mine, associated milling facilities and a campsite in the historic Berners Bay Mining District, 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau. The mine is accessed via company transportation including bus rides and a boat ride through Lynn Canal.

Coeur Alaska is an integral part of the local community and actively supports education and workforce development programs, environmental stewardship efforts, arts and culture, and local nonprofit agencies through monetary investments, in-kind support, and employee volunteerism.

Approximately 400 miners, mechanics, engineers, operators, geologists, environmental technicians, exploration, and business leaders operate the Kensington mine. Coeur Alaska prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

About the Job:

The Temporary Assay Lab Technician will report to the Assay Lab Supervisor and is responsible for safe, efficient use of lab equipment and accurate logging and reports. The schedule for this position is 14 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 14 days off.

The timeframe for employment is approximately Six Months.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately receive, log, prepare, process, analyze and report results of analytical testing of geologic materials, milling products and process by-products in compliance with Kensington Assay Lab SOPs.
• Operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment such as: sample drying ovens, lab jaw crushers, pulverizers (ring and puck), sample splitters, filter presses, assaying furnaces, analytical balances and XRF.
• Capable of performing in at least two (2) of the three (3) work stations (fire assay, sample prep, mill sampling) with limited supervision. Primary work will be in sample prep and mill sampling area unless candidate has previous experience in fire assay. 
• Follow Supervisor or Lead directions and complete work based on Company guidelines for safety, environmental compliance and general work practices and procedures; conduct pre-shift inspections of work areas and equipment.
• Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned, adhering to Kensington Assay Lab training.
• Employees must comply with all company policies including, but not limited to attendance, safety, environmental, and HR policies. Employees are responsible for understanding and complying with the Environment, Health, Safety and Social Responsibility Policy. Employees must protect the environment and their own safety, as well as those around them.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills. 
• Willingness to assist others, adapt to changing conditions, and proactively solve problems in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Excellent safety, attendance, and work records.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with all mine site personnel.
• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis on Excel.
• Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust and takes accountability.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to safely perform work in a mining environment, including, but not limited to:

• Working in a range of environmental conditions, including rain, snow, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and periods of limited daylight.
• Frequent standing and walking on uneven surfaces on surface and underground.
• Climbing stairs and ladders.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds often and up to 50 pounds on occasion, pushing and pulling equipment or materials up to 100 pounds, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.
• Employees must be able to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection when applicable, work in varying environmental conditions, and participate in emergency response and evacuation procedures.

Mine Site Information:

The Kensington Mine is located within the historic Berners Bay Mining District, a region with deep mining roots that date back over a century. The mine site is a remote camp located approximately 45 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. Transportation to and from the mine site happens twice per day (once in the morning and once in the afternoon) and takes approximately 1.5 hours each way. To get to the mine site, employees board a bus in Juneau that transports to the Yankee Cove dock (~30 minutes), then board a boat (~45 minutes), then board another bus to the camp area (~15 minutes). Food and housing is provided on-site to employees. Rooms are dormitory style with two twin beds, a TV, and storage for your personal belongings.

Additional Information:

Temporary positions are not benefit eligible.

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.