Job Description
Company: Donlin Gold LLC
Location: Western Alaska, United States (Remote Field / Camp-Based)
Category: Geology and Exploration
Job Type: Temporary / Seasonal
Experience Level: Entry-Level
Salary: $31.57 – $52.61 USD / hour
Job Summary
Donlin Gold LLC is seeking a Geologist to support exploration and drilling activities at one of the world’s largest undeveloped gold deposits in Western Alaska.
This role is responsible for geological and geotechnical core logging, geological data collection and management, sampling activities, and QA/QC processes while working closely with geologists, geology technicians, and drilling personnel in a remote field environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform geological and geotechnical logging of drill core according to company procedures and industry standards
- Identify and document lithology, mineralization, alteration, structures, and geological characteristics
- Collect, record, and synthesize geological observations and measurements
- Support interpretation and documentation of geological data
- Enter and maintain geological information within the acQuire database system
- Review and verify geological data for completeness and accuracy
- Ensure compliance with established QA/QC procedures and standards
- Maintain organized geological records and supporting documentation
- Ensure drill core is cleaned, organized, correctly labeled, and photographed according to company standards
- Perform or assist with core sampling activities
- Follow sample handling and chain-of-custody procedures
- Support sample preparation and shipment activities
- Support drilling operations and field exploration activities as needed
- Collaborate with geological and drilling personnel to support project objectives
- Participate in daily operational planning, field coordination, safety meetings, and field-level risk assessments
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related field
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in a remote field setting
- Experience with acQuire software or other geological database systems preferred
- Experience with geological and geotechnical drill core logging preferred
- Experience supporting drilling programs or mineral exploration activities preferred
- Experience working in remote camp environments preferred
- Current authorization to work in the United States required
Physical Requirements
- Work on a rotational schedule at a remote Alaska work site
- Work in varying weather conditions and around drilling equipment, heavy machinery, and uneven terrain
- Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods
- Climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed
- Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
- Pass a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and criminal background clearance
Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to supporting safe and accurate exploration work, geological data quality, drill core logging, and sampling activities at a major undeveloped gold project in Western Alaska.
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