Geologist

JOB TITLE:     Geologist

DEPARTMENT:       Engineering

LOCATION:              Carlota Copper Company - Miami AZ

POSITION REPORTS TO:  Chief Engineer

EXEMPT **☒**NONEXEMPT ☐

Carlota Copper Company (CCC) is located between Miami and Superior AZ, an hour east of Phoenix.  The Globe/Miami area is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts and CCC is a great place to work.  Zero Harm for our employees, Community and Environment are our highest priority.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
The primary purpose of this position is ensuring that material mined in Carlota is characterized and classified properly and delivered to the correct destination.  This is accomplished by following the procedures and standards in place for optimal ore control.  The geologist will map all blast hole patterns, log the blast hole cuttings, and conduct detailed geologic mapping of the highwalls in all the various laybacks.  Finally, the geologist will assist in collecting monthly samples required by the Environmental department for compliance with our operating permits. 

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow safe work procedures and best practices.
• Work safely by respecting all Carlota Copper Company and Mine Safety and Health Administration standards.
• Log all production blast holes and enter the data into Blast IQ.
• Map all pertinent geologic features present in blast hole patterns.
• Perform all necessary Ore Control task including; data entry, generation of daily maps, ore and waste cut generation, and updating the AXIS/MinePlan ore control model as necessary.
• Export mining cuts to Terrain.
• Comply with all Carlota environmental regulations.
• Willingness to perform other duties as necessary to ensure the success of KGHM.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Six months of mining or exploration experience.
• Experience with MineSight and AutoCad.
• Valid driver’s license.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

• Two years’ experience in mining geology, either surface or underground.
• Working knowledge of AXIS Mine Plan and AcQuire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Fundamental understanding of Economic Geology.
• Identification of rocks and minerals.
• Complete understanding of Excel and other MS office programs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Heavy: Exerting 50 to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 lbs. of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 lbs. of force constantly. Physical demand requirements are greater than that required for Medium Work.

Please Note: This is a position that the company has determined could adversely affect the safety of others. This position is subject to pre-placement drug testing, which includes marijuana.