What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geologist position at Talantage, LLC?
Position - Geologist
Position Overview:
Seeking experienced geologists to support a continuous core drilling campaign at the Nevada National Security Site. This position requires working 13-hour shifts in a 24/7 operation, on site.
No. of Positions - 3
Location:
NNSS Area 27, Mercury, Nevada (approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas)
Period of Performance – 90 Days
Required Qualifications:
The project involves drilling to approximately 6,930 feet below ground surface, working with PQ™ size (4.83-inch outer diameter) and HQ™ (3.77-inch outer diameter) core samples.
Position Overview:
Seeking experienced geologists to support a continuous core drilling campaign at the Nevada National Security Site. This position requires working 13-hour shifts in a 24/7 operation, on site.
No. of Positions - 3
Location:
NNSS Area 27, Mercury, Nevada (approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas)
Period of Performance – 90 Days
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geoscience, or related field (e.g., Engineering Geology, Environmental Geology)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in geological field work
- Experience with core sample handling and documentation
- Ability to work 13-hour rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation
- Must be able to mobilize to site within 24 hours when needed
- Core Sample Management:
- Place and orient core samples in core boxes according to retrieval alignment
- Measure and record core lengths using English units
- Mark core boxes with indelible ink, including run numbers and recovery data
- Photograph all cores with proper documentation of markings and orientation
- Core Analysis and Documentation:
- Create detailed descriptions of core samples
- Record run numbers, drilled intervals, and core recovery measurements
- Perform Rock Quality Designation (RQD) evaluations
- Document major and minor lithology changes
- Maintain accurate field logbooks of all activities
- Complete required field forms using provided computer systems
- Sample Preservation:
- Apply wax preservation to approximately 15% of core samples
- Document preserved samples according to established procedures
- Follow proper handling and preservation protocols
- Quality Control:
- Verify quality of previously logged core samples
- Adjust run blocks as needed
- Organize and maintain workspace cleanliness and safety
- Create and manage computer documents according to project conventions
- Work location is outdoors at NNSS Area 27
- Extended periods of standing and physical activity
- Must be able to work in various weather conditions
- May require temporary demobilization during drilling delays exceeding 72 hours
- Ability to lift and handle core samples and boxes
- Standing for extended periods
- Working in outdoor conditions
- Manual dexterity for sample handling and preservation
- Must follow all site safety protocols and procedures
- Maintain adherence to CONTRACTOR's Operating Procedures
- Participate in required site safety briefings
- Complete all required documentation and weekly status reports
The project involves drilling to approximately 6,930 feet below ground surface, working with PQ™ size (4.83-inch outer diameter) and HQ™ (3.77-inch outer diameter) core samples.
