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Weekend Mining Engineer Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA ... Willing to work weekends as scheduled. * Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds. Required Experience:

Electrical Journeyman I

Elko, NV · On-site

$29 - $34/hr

Collaborate with other mining personnel, including engineers, technicians, and supervisors, to ... Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed. * Willing ...

Senior Metallurgist

Ruth, NV · On-site

$78K - $96K/yr

Work closely with mine engineering regarding scheduled ore delivery and grade and communicate in ... Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary. * Willingness to perform other duties ...

Principal, Hydrogeologist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$58K - $74K/yr

... Engineering, Geology, or related field. * Previous experience in a Open Pit mining environment ... Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Per operational ...

Principal, Hydrogeologist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$58K - $74K/yr

... Engineering, Geology, or related field. * Previous experience in a Open Pit mining environment ... Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Per operational ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Mining Engineer vs Part-Time Mining Technician?

AspectWeekend Mining EngineerPart-Time Mining Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree, relevant certificationsTechnical diploma or certification, some engineering knowledge
Work EnvironmentOn-site at mining sites, fieldworkOn-site or office-based, supporting mining operations
Employer & Industry UsageMining companies, engineering firmsMining companies, contractors, support roles
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding engineering roles on weekendsPart-time technical support roles in mining

Weekend Mining Engineers focus on engineering tasks during weekends, often requiring a degree and certifications, working directly at mining sites. Part-Time Mining Technicians typically support operations with technical skills on a part-time basis, with less emphasis on formal engineering credentials. Both roles serve the mining industry but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Metallurgical Technician

Metallurgical Technician

SSR Mining, Inc.

Valmy, NV • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday


Job description

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada.

SSR's commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

Job Description:

General Objectives:

Reporting to the Metallurgical Lab Supervisor, the Metallurgical Technician typically works a 5/4 straight days schedule. The Met Tech performs duties in the Metallurgy lab conducting test work on pad, plant and lab samples. This test work may include, but is not limited to: column tests, bottle rolls, cyanide, caustic and lime titrations, particle size and carbon activity determinations. Additional tasks may include sample collection, sample preparation, accurate, precise data and record keeping and also may include analytical duties in the Assay lab when backfill is required. Specific Metallurgical Technician duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Key Areas of Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Work in a safe and efficient manner. Maintain a safe attitude and looks out for others.
  • Participate in good housekeeping in all areas of the Metallurgy and Assay Labs and maintains a clean work environment in equipment and light vehicles.
  • Perform daily work area inspections and Pre-op inspections of any light vehicle/equipment used.
  • Perform wet chemistry checks commonly taken in the Metallurgy Lab, including cyanide titrations, pH measurements, caustic titrations and boiler water checks.
  • Perform crushing/pulverizing of samples used for column or bottle roll testing.
  • Perform carbon activity and carbon acid wash test work.
  • Perform AA analyses on solution samples to determine gold content.
  • Dispose of all residues in a safe and prescribed manner.
  • Perform all other duties as required

Required Skills:

  • Ability to effectively report all incidents and accidents to supervisor
  • Can effectively report spills, mortalities, etc. to supervisor
  • Ability to work without creating petroleum or chemical spills
  • Must be able to wear appropriate PPE including but not limited to footwear, high visibility clothing, respirator, eye and hearing protection
  • Can work safely with chemicals including lime, cyanide, caustic and acids
  • Ability to work safely around mobile equipment
  • Can describe issues with work area to aid operations and direct maintenance work
  • Communicates with coworkers and supervisors in a professional and courteous manner
  • Must meet respirator standards and use respirators when required
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, in English, using all standard forms of business communication
  • Must be a self-starter and can complete work with little or no direct supervision.
  • Willing to work weekends as scheduled.
  • Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent Process related degree
  • Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex metallurgical and processing analysis, hands-on practical application of the process optimization is highly preferred
  • Must have good safety and attendance records.
  • Heap leach, CIC, ADR experience preferred

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.