What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Environmental Technician position at Coeur Mining?
Job Description
Job Description
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Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations : the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in 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 silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.
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 380 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 Environmental Technician will report to the Environmental Coordinator and is responsible for safe and efficient sampling, data collection, and assistance with regulatory reporting. Additionally, the Environmental Technician will be responsible for conducting inspections and or monitoring related to air, water and waste compliance programs. The schedule for this position is 4 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 3 days off. The timeframe for employment is approximately April 1, 2025 to November 1, 2025. With the possibility of returning in 2026 for the same timeframe.
Responsibilities :
- Performs soil, groundwater, surface water, waste, sediment and air sampling
- Collect, review and analyze environmental data
- Input data into an environmental database
- Uses field instruments and equipment as necessary to meet health and safety as well as field sampling and O&M requirements
- Assist with preparation of routine submittals to regulatory agencies to document system performance and compliance with permit requirements
- Documents all field activities and notes
- Communicates effectively with project managers and client personnel
- Has a high degree of health and safety awareness
- Works within defined scopes, schedules and budgets while producing quality work
- Maintains knowledge of sampling procedures and protocols in accordance with recognized industry standards
Required Qualifications & Skills :
Additional Information :
The schedule for this position requires residency in Juneau, AK. 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.
