Preparation Technician

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper preparation of ore samples for analysis in accordance with all applicable standards and company procedures as well as assisting the manager with office duties.

Specific responsibilities

• Prepares samples by crushing samples in a L-M2 pulverizer in accordance with required ASTM standards as well as crushing, splitting, and lining out samples
• Transfer and label samples with identifying data
• Filing and locating samples
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all preparation equipment
• Perform basic procedures associated with pulverizing samples
• Assist manager with office duties

Profile

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Above average math skills and the ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license preferred
• Be able to pass a drug screen and background check

Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers.
• Ability to execute detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Additional information

• All required licenses must be maintained in an active status without suspension or revocation throughout employment.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.