Exploration Field Technician

5 months ago


Dawson, Canada GroundTruth Exploration Inc Full time

**EFT Job Description**

JD19-001

**Exploration Field Technician**

**Reporting to**: Exploration Field Supervisor & Project Manager

**Job Purpose**

To traverse remote, undiscovered territory and collect valuable data by conducting field surveys and

performing other specialized field support work to assist teams on different projects.

This role’s critical contribution to the success of the company is to yield acute, consistent and accurate

survey data that can be relied upon to identify and target areas of interest, leading to future drill

programs and potential discovery of large mineral deposits.

**Job Overview**:
Work can include geochemical sampling (Soil, Till, Stream), geophysical field surveys (Resistivity/IP,

MAG, GPR), claim staking, line cutting, and assisting the supervisor, or helping other survey crews

complete their tasks.

A new recruit is typically trained in one discipline, however, may be expected to switch roles as needed

throughout the season as demands for services change. The EFT will be trained for each job type

individually and must be able to complete all associated tasks safely and competently without direct

supervision.

General Responsibilities are common to all EFTs. Detailed Responsibilities are organized by discipline

**Operational Responsibilities**

**General Responsibilities**:

- Conducting effective surveys/sampling/line cutting and staking by following specific company methods safely, to achieve daily quality and production goals
- Navigating and hiking through pre-planned, remote traverses, using navigation tools (GPS, Map & Compass) to maintain geographic accuracy for the performed work
- Carrying and operating ICOM radio and other communication devices at all times in order to keep informed on any daily work plan changes, such as helicopter pick up times, as well as, to mitigate safety risks associated with remote field work
- Operating a variety of hand-tools outlined per designation (ie, Mattocks, Machetes, Axes), in an uncontrolled remote wilderness environment in a safe manner, to prevent injuries
- Performing daily assembly of personal packs with the required tools for the job, safety and tech gear, to ensure full preparedness for the field-work day and to be adequately equipped for potential high-risk situations while away from camp
- Leading by example by adhering to all safety protocols and procedures while working in or around high-risk machinery such as helicopters
- Leading by example by maintaining knowledgeable and proficient in wilderness survival skills Tagging-out defective or damaged equipment and returning it to headquarters in a timely way to prevent incident or injury

**Camp Responsibilities**:

- Managing and maintaining a sanitary, safe and organized camp to foster an environment that respects the well-being and health of all camp members
- Assisting with the assembly and tear down of wall tent camps to ensure safe and efficient mobilization days
- Collaborating with camp members to share in the upkeep and daily chores of the camp including but not limited to cooking, cleaning, collection of firewood and collection and filtering of water to achieve a cohesive living environment with a fair distribution of camp chores
- Maintaining all camp equipment so it is available and working when needed. Ensuring all electronic tools for the job (ie handheld devices and ICOM radios) are fully charged and ready for the work day each morning

**Safety Responsibilities**:

- Ensuring open dialogue and communication with Field Supervisor on any aspects of training that remain “unclear” in a timely manner, to ensure additional coaching is provided prior to working in hazardous conditions
- Reporting all Hazards, Near Misses, Close Calls, Incidents, Injuries and Non-Conformances encountered on the job, to identify safety hazard trends and mitigate future incidents
- Participating daily Safety Meetings as well as After Action Shift summaries, and all Emergency Response Plans (ERP)
- Wearing all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job and communicating any damaged PPE to be replaced in order to prevent injury

**Upkeep of Certifications and Qualifications**:

- EFT’s are responsible to maintain a valid Standard First Aid Level C, CPR & AED certificate
- Responsible to maintain a high degree of physical fitness with ability to meet the specific physical demands outlined for the respective designation

**Working Conditions**

The Exploration Field Technician position requires employees to work outside in various terrain and

weather conditions. The weather conditions include but are not limited to; a temperature range of -35°C

to +35°C, very dry to very humid climate, heavy rainfall, lightning storms, wind and snow. Terrain can

vary from rolling hills to steep mountain sides that will be traversed on foot daily.

A typical field season runs from mid-May to late October. Work days are 12-hour shifts that run 7 days a

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