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Exploration Geologist

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Cedar City, UT • $85,000 to $115,000 / yr • 10/17/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Exploration Geologist

Location:Central Utah

Milford Mining Company is seeking anExploration Geologistto help drive the discovery and expansion of ourcopper, silver, and gold resourcesin Central Utah. This role is responsible fortarget generation, drill program design and execution, geological modeling, and data interpretationto identify new mineralized zones and expand existing resources.

The Exploration Geologist will work closely withgeology, engineering, environmental, and permitting teamsto develop technically sound and cost-effective exploration programs that support the long-term growth of the operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Target Generation & Geological Interpretation

Develop exploration targets using structural geology, lithology, alteration patterns, and mineralization controls
Interpret geologic mapping, geochemical surveys, and geophysical datasets
Identify extensions of known mineralization and new prospective zones
Contribute to evolving exploration models for copper and associated mineral systems
Drill Program Planning & Execution

Design RC and core drilling programs to test exploration targets
Prepare drill plans including collar locations, orientation, and depth specifications
Oversee drilling contractors, field safety, and daily operational progress
Log core and RC samples for lithology, alteration, mineralization, and structure
Ensure proper QA/QC sampling and data management protocols
Geologic Modeling & Data Integration

Utilize software such asMicromine, Vulcan, Surpac, ArcGIS, or similar platformsto develop:
3D geological models
Cross sections and exploration maps
Updated resource interpretations
Integrate assay results, structural data, and mapping into evolving deposit models
Resource Development & Reporting

Support the transition of exploration targets into resource models
Collaborate with mine planning and metallurgy teams to assess economic potential
Prepare technical reports summarizing drill results and exploration progress
Ensure compliance with environmental, permitting, andMSHA safety requirements
Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree inGeology, Geological Engineering, or related geoscience field
2–5 years of exploration or mining geology experience
Experience loggingcore and/or RC drilling
Strong understanding ofstructural geology and mineral systems
Proficiency withgeologic modeling or GIS software
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate4WD vehicles in remote terrain

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Geology or related field
Experience withcopper mineral systems
Geophysical interpretation experience
Familiarity withNI 43-101 or S-K 1300 reporting standards
EIT or progress toward Professional Geologist (PG) licensure
Working Conditions

Fieldwork inremote and rugged terrain
Hiking and traversing uneven ground
Occasional lifting ofcore boxes and rock samples (20–50 lbs)
Extended periods of standing during core logging
Position Details

Full-time position
Monday – Friday schedule (additional hours during active drilling programs)
Field rotations may be implemented depending on exploration program needs


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