Exploration Technician – Assistant

Coast Mountain Geological

Exploration Technician assisting with various geological projects for Coast Mountain Geological. Focused on exploration in North America and Europe for mineral resources.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$300 - CA$425 per dayWebsite

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Hard Skills

geological databasesdrill core samplingsoil samplingsilt samplingbiogeochemical samplinggeophysical surveysdata collection

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillstime-management skillsself-motivatedpositive attitudeadaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

valid driver’s licence

Industry Keywords

exploration technicianexploration industrycorporate safety policiesoperating policiescamp environmentremote project sites

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintaining and updating geological databases for the project
Teching of drill core
Cutting of drill core
Soil, silt and biogeochemical sampling
Assisting with geophysical surveys
Assisting the Geology team with accurate and timely data collection in all tasks completed
Assist in implementing corporate safety and operating policies
Aid in developing new corporate and operating policies when instances present themselves
Help in all miscellaneous jobs as required during exploration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience as an Exploration Technician or similar role in the exploration industry is considered an asset, but not required.
A passion to learn new skills.
Strong interpersonal, communication, time-management skills and be self-motivated.
A positive and adaptable attitude to an ever-changing high demand work environment.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite is considered an asset.
Ability to lift and move core boxes/sample bags weighing up to 50 lbs.
Legally entitled to work in Canada.
Valid driver’s licence.
Availability to work rotations up to 28 days in length and live in a camp environment at remote project sites.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Abundant opportunities for growth and mentorship from CMG’s established mineral exploration team.
Inclusive, collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects spanning the mineral exploration life cycle and commodities including precious and base metals, battery metals and industrial minerals.