Equinox Gold Corp. · 2 hours ago
Lab Technician
Brawley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.63/hr - $24.83/hr
1+ years expEquinox Gold Corp. is a growth-focused Canadian mining company operating in the Americas, and they are seeking a Lab Technician. The role involves proficiency in sample preparation, wet lab, and fire assay duties, ensuring safety and quality in laboratory operations.
Mining
Responsibilities
Understand and share the hazards and precautions associated with the chemicals used in the Lab (Acids, Bases, Cyanide, rhodanine, and LECO fluxes)
Ability to identify safety hazards, wear and use proper PPE at all times
Follows safety instructions and job-related guidelines
Receive, assay and report the Hot cyanide assays, LECO assays, and other tests performed in the Lab
Perform various QA/QC procedures to ensure that the results from the Wet Lab are consistent and correct
Properly maintain the AA, LECO, keep the area clean and orderly to minimize opportunity for errors
Help in other areas of the Laboratory when required or directed
Perform mandatory pre-shift inspections in the Lab
Proficient in Sample Prep duties such as: receive, collect and inspect incoming samples, perform Sieve analysis, and perform minor maintenance on sample prep equipment, etc
Other duties as requested by your supervisor
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
1 year working in a Lab position with experience Wet and Fire Lab duties, preferred but not required
Perform mathematical calculations, problem solving and analytical ability necessary
Attention to detail, follow directions, read, write legibly and complete forms accurately
Proficient in the Sample Prep, Wet Lab and Fire Assay duties, such as Atomic Absorption analysis on the Mine Samples
Perform all analysis' in the Wet Lab area, including pH, Cyanide titrations, LECO analysis, Lime testing, making calibration standards, performing QA/QC tests
Knowledge of and proficient with Fire Assay Lab procedures
Demonstrate competency in LIMS with minimal guidance
Understands and shares the hazards and precautions associated with the chemicals used in the Lab (Acids, Bases, Cyanide, rhodanine, and LECO fluxes)
Ability to identify safety hazards, wear and use proper PPE at all times
Follows safety instructions and job-related guidelines
Receive, assay and report the Hot cyanide assays, LECO assays, and other tests performed in the Lab
Perform various QA/QC procedures to ensure that the results from the Wet Lab are consistent and correct
Properly maintain the AA, LECO, keep the area clean and orderly to minimize opportunity for errors
Help in other areas of the Laboratory when required or directed
Perform mandatory pre-shift inspections in the Lab
Proficient in Sample Prep duties such as: receive, collect and inspect incoming samples, perform Sieve analysis, and perform minor maintenance on sample prep equipment
Benefits
Opportunity to grow with a world-class mining operation
Competitive wages / Quarterly bonus opportunity
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Paid time off
Company
Equinox Gold Corp.
Equinox Gold is a gold producer with a foundation of high-quality, long-life operations in Canada and across the Americas, and a strong pipeline of development and expansion projects.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
BMO Capital MarketsPacific Road Capital
2025-08-18Post Ipo Equity· $139.2M
2024-10-03Post Ipo Secondary· $140M
2024-04-23Post Ipo Equity· $299.02M
Leadership Team
Doug Reddy
COO
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