POSITION SUMMARYAs a member of Greens Creek Mine Technical Services, this position performs daily engineering functions and special projects in a producing underground hard rock mining operation.

　　SAFETY, HEALTH and ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIESAll Hecla personnel shall strive to achieve best practice in safety and health, and assist in the control of incidents, injuries and loss. Duties include, but are not limited to:Complying with all necessary requirements put in place to prevent incidents, injuries or lossesEnsuring the safety and health of themselves and others in the workplace by being responsible for their actions and taking due care while performing their workIdentifying, eliminating, and reporting hazards as soon as practicableReporting incidents and accidents as soon as practicableDisclosing all information regarding incidents and cooperating in incident investigationsAssisting in the resolution of health and safety matters in a positive and timely mannerUsing and maintaining PPEProviding suggestions for improving work processesAssisting Management by supporting change to achieve desired targetsEnsuring that plant and equipment operate within their safe working limitsEnsuring that correct equipment is used for the jobParticipating in risk assessment methodologyParticipating in safety initiativesReceiving training and instruction as requiredMaintaining good housekeeping standards

　　TYPICAL JOB DUTIESTechnical functions for the role include, but are not limited to:Mine planning (short and mid-range):o Mine designo Backfill designo Short range planning of development, production, and backfill to meet long range goalso 0-3 and 3-12 month forecastingo Weekly and Monthly reporting of mining progresso Plan vs. Actual reconciliationo Coordinates priorities with geology, survey, and mine operationsMine improvement projectsAbility to learn and perform daily surveying duties in the absence of the mine surveyorDatabase management

　　In addition to the technical functions above, the following behavioral functions are a key element of the role:Problem solving: identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfullyInterpersonal Skills: maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things. Cross-trains with other roles in order to expand skillset of self and others.Oral communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings.Written Communication: edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.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. Ensures technical deliverables are provided to customers within time and quality expectations.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.

　　QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience RequirementsB.S. in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or equivalent degree2 or more years of underground mine engineering experience

　　Technical Competencies PreferredUnderground mine planning software: Deswik (preferred), Vulcan, AutoCADUnderground surveying techniquesKnowledge of ground support techniquesMine ventilation, dewatering systemsProject management techniquesA tonomous mining equipmentEconomic analysis of miningExperience with database management systems

　　PERSONAL and LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIESThe following competencies are required:

　　Behavioral SkillsOrganizational/planning skills will be necessary to organize, schedule and prioritize work activities to manage time effectively and ensure timely completion of projects, programs, and objectives.Analytical and statistical skills are needed to evaluate opportunities for process improvement or optimization, process or quality trends.Interpersonal skills are necessary in order to facilitate teamwork while working with internal and external contacts.Self-motivation and initiative is necessary to insure that the work progresses independent of supervision. Being a self-starter is essential.Communications skills are necessary to ensure excellence in verbal and written communications, and effectively interact with associates at all levels of the organization as well as external contacts.Administrative skills are required to manage paperwork, meet reporting requirements, and oversee various systems.Detail-orientation and ability to multi-task.Planning skills are needed to ensure the timely completion of programs and objectives.Knowledge of safety, health and environmental methods, rules, regulations and procedures, and related behavioral competencies.Knowledge of developing technology, preferably specific knowledge of the mineral/metals business.

　　Language SkillsAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to employees of the organization.

　　Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

　　Reasoning AbilitiesGood decision making skills, working with limited oversight based on conceptual end goals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to deal with ambiguity, incomplete information. Ability to prioritize based on conflicting criteria.

　　Other QualificationsATF possessor's clearance required. Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, employees may be frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must be able to talk and hear.

　　Abilities TestedLifting Abilities You can: Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 20 lbs x 2. Lift with 1 hand from floor to knuckles: 20 lbs x 2. Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 20 lbs x 2. Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 20 lbs x 2. Carrying Abilities You can: Carry with 2 hands at self-selected height: 20 lbs for a distance of 100 feet. Carry