Geological Assistant Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

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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 Geological Technician will report to the Senior Exploration Geologist and is responsible for various duties related to storage, organization and optimization of core samples. The schedule for this position is 15 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 13 days off.

Responsibilities:

• Stop work for safety concerns, and abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures.
• Undertake sample handling in the core yard.
• Organize core sample transfer to mine lab.
• Prepare and load core sample shipments and associated paperwork for transfer to outside labs.
• Prepare and maintain records of assay lab submittal sheets and shipment transfer records.
• Follow the core sawing requirements for exploration drill holes, as directed by supervisor. 
• Help with sample storage efforts.
• The successful candidates will work twelve (12) hours per day, fifteen (15) days on / thirteen (13) days off. Position will be located at the camp during shift rotation. 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Detail oriented.
• Ability to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, flexible and able co-exist in remote camp setting.
• Experience with acQuire Database is helpful but not essential.
• Preference given to Alaska residents.

Physical Demands:

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

• Working outdoors 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, ladders, and escapeways.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds often and up to 70 pounds on occasion, pushing and pulling equipment or materials up to 50 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.

Notice to Applicants:

After submitting your application, you will receive an automated email confirming receipt. Due to a high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual updates or respond to application inquiries. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Many hiring managers work rotational schedules, and the review process may take several weeks. Please note that applicants should not expect additional communication during this time. If you are not selected for an interview, you will receive an email notification once the position has been filled.

Recruitment Window:

Applications will be accepted through August 21st, 2026.

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.