Geologist Job Kellogg area,Idaho USA,Science

Position: Geologist I

About Company

At the Sunshine, we're not just reviving a mine, we're rebuilding a legacy.

Built for more.

Home to one of America's most iconic silver mines, the Sunshine Complex represents both a proud history and a bold future.

This is more than a project, it's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

A Culture Built on People and Purpose

At the Sunshine, we believe people are inherently valuable, and that every role plays a critical part in our success. From the field to the office, every position matters, and every voice is heard.

Benefits That Support Your Life and Career

We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and future because we know our people are what make us successful.

Health Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

SUMMARY

We are looking for a Mine Geologist I to support underground mining operations through geological interpretation, data collection, 3D modeling, and collaboration with engineering and operations teams. This role helps ensure efficient operations by maintaining accurate geological information, managing geological data, and supporting drilling programs. You’ll work both underground and, in the office, providing timely, practical geological input to support daily operations and longer-term planning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Promote safe and environmentally compliant work activities at all times.

Input, manage, and maintain geological and drilling data for ongoing programs.

Assist with geologic project work related to the interpretation and understanding of the complex geology of the deposit.

Performs grade control and sampling, geologic mapping, and provide geologic guidance in both production and development areas.

Monitor QA/QC data and procedures.

Assist with drilling activities including core handling, core logging, sample preparation, and core photos.

Demonstrates required behavioral skills including productive communication with employees at all levels, cooperation, productivity, initiative, creativity, and dependability.

Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations. Conduct activities and work in an environmentally responsible manner. Is aware of procedures to minimize impacts to the environment. Maintain compliance with all local, state, federal (including MSHA and ATF), and company standards. Follow established guidelines for safety, health, environmental, human resources, and sustainable development.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

BEHAVIORAL & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

The following competencies are required:

Problem solving:
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Interpersonal

Skills:

Maintains confidentiality, remain open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

Oral communication:
Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

Planning/organizing:
Prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.

Quality control:
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Adaptability:
Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Dependability:
Consistently at work, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

Safety and security:
Actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in geology or geological engineering from…