Fire Assay Technician - Sparks, NV

About the role

Reporting to the Fire Assay Manager, the Fire Assay Technician conducts analysis of mineral samples by fusion, operates fusion equipment, and maintains all required calibration records accurately and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Load, pour, and pound fusion in a safe manner
• Proactively work as a team to oversee other team members’ load and pour methods to ensure team safety
• Carefully set up crucibles for mixing and discard all crucibles that should no longer be in use
• Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence
• Perform and document quality checks at all stages of sample handling and halt production where necessary by Hold card
• Operate fusion equipment and maintain all required calibration records
• Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures, and ISO standards applicable to the Mineralogical Technician position
• Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Other duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma
• Post-secondary education in science or chemistry is an asset
• Previous experience in sample preparation or in a mineral processing lab environment is an asset
• Able to work in a hot environment
• Stand and walk for most of the shift
• Able to perform with appropriate PPE
• Safely perform physically demanding tasks with repeated lifting
• Ability to handle weights of up to 50 lbs for prolonged periods
• Open and inclusive mindset with a willingness to work in a team dynamic

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal, organization, and time management skills
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Able to work with other team-mates
• Able to accept constructive criticism
• Computer literate
• Following safe work protocol
• Able to read and comprehend instruction and follow SOP

Pay

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (eligible on first day of employment)
• Company-matched Retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 10 weeks for pregnancy)
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Optional life and pet insurance
• EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs
• Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development
• Employee Discounts