What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underground Exploration Driller - Geotech Drilling position at ConeTec Group?
Company: Geotech Drilling
- A proud member of the ConeTec Group.
Company Background and Culture
Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in Prince George, with offices in Vernon, Surrey, and Grande Prairie and Calgary, AB. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage projects pipeline.
Geotech owns and operates state-of-the-art drilling equipment throughout western Canada. We are one of Canada's largest geotechnical, environmental and exploration drilling companies, with a fleet of over 70 site investigation platforms.
Recently, Geotech Drilling has joined ConeTec. As part of our integrated team, you'll harness the collective expertise, expanded resources, and cutting-edge testing capabilities that come with this exciting merger. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of exploration drilling with us!
Underground Exploration Driller
Location: Remote Camp, Nunavut
Hours of Work:
3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, 12 hr days.
Key Responsibilities
- Extract core samples using the Zinex A5 or Hydracore 2000 Hydraulic Drill.
- Monitor instruments such as pressure gauges, feed or weight indicators as well as observe the volume, colour and consistency of the returns from the hole.
- Employ various sampling techniques according to project and client requirements.
- Record keeping as required/requested by the client and or Company.
- Operate and troubleshoot drill and ancillary equipment, including, but not limited to; trucks, support vehicles, pumps, heaters, compressors, mud re-circulation systems, etc.
- Supervise Drill Assistant and the drill crew to ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
- Ensure Driller Assistant maintains and organizes equipment, supplies and tooling for the drill rig and support vehicles.
Professional Experience / Qualifications
- Must maintain and possess a valid Class 5 or 7 Driver's License.
- Must have minimum 5 years' experience in exploration underground drilling.
- Have the mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment.
- Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
Compensation
$36.00 - $39.00 per hour plus Meter Bonus
In addition, Geotech offers extended health benefits, health and safety bonus program, a savings plan and retirement savings plan.
Salary : $36 - $39
