Job Details
Geotechnician
2026-04-13 TPD Anchorage,AK
Description:
ABOUT US:
TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Geotechnician
We are seeking Geotechnicians to support the 2026 exploration program near Ketchikan/Petersburg, Alaska. This field-based role focuses on core handling, preparation, and geotechnical data collection within a remote, camp-style mineral exploration environment. The position offers a strong entry point into exploration geology for those looking to gain hands-on field experience.
PERKS AND BENEFITS:
- Compensation: $300-$350/day (USD), experience dependent
- Contract role for June-October 2026 (3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation)
- Accommodation, meals, and travel to site provided
- Shared camp housing and field-based work environment
- Opportunity to gain career exposure within active mineral exploration projects
- Handle and organize drill core as it arrives from the rig
- Clean, measure, and photograph drill core to company standards
- Record geotechnical data including core recovery, RQD, and box numbers
- Enter and verify geological and geotechnical data in digital systems
- Support geochemical sampling and field projects as needed (e.g., soil sampling, surveys)
- Assist geologists in daily field activities to maintain efficient operations
- Ability to repeatedly lift and move 35-50 lbs of core boxes
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols
- Experience with manual labor and digital data entry
- Comfortable working in remote camp environments for extended rotations
- Interest in geology, mining, or exploration operations
ABOUT US:
TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.