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Turner Staffing Group

Geologist

Elko, NV

Bachelor of Science in Geology , Engineering Geology , or Geochemistry * Completion of an undergraduate mineralogy course with a laboratory component * Completion of an economic geology course * 3 to ...

Kinross Gold Corporation

Chief Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

Train and mentor engineer, geologist and hydrogeologist in all aspects of Geology. 14. Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental ...

Kinross Gold Corporation

Chief Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

Train and mentor engineer, geologist and hydrogeologist in all aspects of Geology. 14. Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental ...

Kinross Gold Corporation

Chief Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

Train and mentor engineer, geologist and hydrogeologist in all aspects of Geology. 14. Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental ...

Turner Staffing Group

Geologist

Elko, NV

Maintain accurate geological databases, maps, and production records ... Collaborate with mine operations, engineering, and technical services personnel. * Ensure ...

Florida Canyon Mining, Inc.

Mine Geologist

Imlay, NV

Interacts with mine operations and engineering personnel on mining areas daily. QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or other related field. Required * 0 to 5 years ...

Turner Mining Group

Senior Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

Work closely with mine engineering and operations teams to ensure geological interpretations are incorporated into mine plans and production schedules. * Monitor and interpret geological conditions ...

Turner Mining Group

Senior Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Work closely with mine engineering and operations teams to ensure geological interpretations are incorporated into mine plans and production schedules. * Monitor and interpret geological conditions ...

Turner Mining Group

Senior Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

Work closely with mine engineering and operations teams to ensure geological interpretations are incorporated into mine plans and production schedules. * Monitor and interpret geological conditions ...

Sawtooth Mining

Geologist

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

Sawtooth Mining is seeking a technically skilled Geologist to join our growing technical team at ... Fine motor skills-typing, instruments (engineering software, GPS/survey tools); vision (hazard ...

Sawtooth Mining

Geologist

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

Sawtooth Mining is seeking a technically skilled Geologist to join our growing technical team at ... Fine motor skills-typing, instruments (engineering software, GPS/survey tools); vision (hazard ...

KGHM, International Ltd

Production Geologist

Ruth, NV · On-site

S.) in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline. * Experience: Three to five years' experience in mining geology, either surface or underground. * Licenses: Valid driver's license.

Turner Mining Group

Senior Geologist

Elko, NV · On-site

Work closely with mine engineering and operations teams to ensure geological interpretations are incorporated into mine plans and production schedules. * Monitor and interpret geological conditions ...

AngloGold Ashanti

Staff Geologist

Amargosa Valley, NV · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Earth Sciences, or related discipline required. * Master's degree or higher preferred. * Valid driver's license and willingness to operate 4WD ...

KGHM, International Ltd

Production Geologist

Ruth, NV · On-site

S.) in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline. * Experience: Three to five years' experience in mining geology, either surface or underground. * Licenses: Valid driver's license.

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Geologist

Turner Staffing Group

Elko, NV

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Turner Staffing Group is seeking a Geologist to support a short-term exploration and technical geology project for one of our mining industry clients in the Elko, Nevada area. This is an on-site, project-based opportunity ideal for geologists looking to apply their academic foundation and technical skills in an active mining environment.

Role Overview

The Geologist will support geological analysis, data collection, and technical documentation related to mineral exploration and project evaluation. This role involves working closely with technical teams to interpret geological data and contribute to project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support geological logging, sampling, and analysis activities

  • Interpret mineralogical and geological data related to exploration programs

  • Assist with data entry, validation, and management within geological databases

  • Collaborate with senior geologists and technical teams on geological interpretations

  • Contribute to project documentation and reporting

  • Follow all site safety procedures and field protocols

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Geology, Engineering Geology, or Geochemistry

  • Completion of an undergraduate mineralogy course with a laboratory component

  • Completion of an economic geology course

  • 3 to 10 years of core logging experience

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a technical, data-driven environment

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with skarn and porphyry geology

  • Familiarity with hydrothermal alteration systems

  • Experience with Acquire or similar geological data management systems

  • Prior exposure to mining or exploration environments

Why Work With Turner Staffing Group

  • Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an active mining project

  • Work in a collaborative, technical team environment

  • Exposure to real-world application of academic geology training

  • Competitive compensation for a project-based role

Apply Today

If you have a strong academic foundation in geology and are eager to apply your skills on a real-world project, we encourage you to apply.

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About Turner Staffing Group

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Turner Staffing Group exists to attract, develop, and connect dynamic people to opportunity across the United States. People are the driving force behind everything we do. Backed by experience and our partners at Turner Mining Group, we connect skilled professionals with employment needs across our industry. We recruit, onboard, train and advance the teams our industry clients need for long lasting growth — it’s our sole purpose. Turner Staffing Group is an evolution stemming from the work Turner Mining Group has done for years. Now, with a laser focus on solving our industry’s labor need, we hire for culture, train for growth and don’t let good talent go to waste. Hiring great people coast to coast is what we do best.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Bloomington, IN, US

Year founded

2022

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