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Experienced Driller
Canadian Diamond Drilling Association (CDDA)
Experienced Driller
Dead Line: April 28, 2022
Reporting to the Foreman, the Driller sets up and operates drilling equipment in a safe and efficient manner to maximize core recovery. Physical work involves assembling the drill components, servicing and maintaining hydraulic power packs, installing and maintaining waterlines and using all drill string components, and other related activities. Hy-Tech Drillers help to develop their Driller’s Helpers, offering regular guidance and training. On a day-to-day basis, they have a range of operational responsibilities from inspecting drill rods to communicating with helicopter pilots.
Drillers are safety leaders – setting the standard for job sites, identifying hazards, and exemplifying safe operating procedures. In terms of maintenance, they complete checklists and inspections, notifying the Foreman of needed repairs. The Driller is responsible for ensuring all work is completed according to Hy-Tech procedures and safe work practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervision – supervises the Driller’s Helper by being a safety leader; sets expectations for safety and quality standards.
- Safety – ensures the safety of themselves, their Driller’s Helper and other crew on site.
- Environment – Ensures the organization and cleanliness of the drill and drill site location.
- Drilling Equipment – responsible for the set-up, repair & maintenance, and safe operation of all drilling-related equipment.
- Communication – with the Foreman and Geologist on a daily basis.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and must provide a current Driver’s Abstract annually.
- Must have a valid First Aid certificate
- BC Residents: Standard First Aid with CPR C & Transportation Endorsement
- Non-BC Residents: Standard First Aid with CPR C
- Must maintain a clear Criminal Record Check (site specific requirement).
- Must pass a Drug and Alcohol test
Experienced Surface Diamond Driller
- Safety is PARAMOUNT in our business. You must follow all established policies, procedures and best practices as well as the law at all times.
- As an employee you must perform all your duties in a safe manor taking care of the equipment and co-workers that you work with.
- You will be responsible for the general condition and obtaining optimum life out of all site equipment and tools.
Inside Sales Administrator
- Assist with Expediting Sales orders and Purchase orders;
- Assist with obtaining Freight quotes;
- Assist with the creation of sales orders
UNDERGROUND DIAMOND DRILLER AND HELPER
• Opérer la foreuse au diamant afin d’extraire les carottes de forage (échantillons) du sol;
• Superviser, former et encadrer l’aide-foreur dans l’exercice de ses fonctions;
• Participer aux déplacements de la foreuse et transférer les installations d’un site de forage à un autre
SURFACE DIAMOND DRILLER AND HELPER
• Opérer la foreuse au diamant afin d’extraire les carottes de forage (échantillons) du sol
• Superviser, former et encadrer l’aide-foreur dans l’exercice de ses fonctions
• Participer aux déplacements de la foreuse et transférer les installations d’un site de forage à un autre
Drillers Helper
Reporting to the Driller, the Driller’s Helper provides support to the Driller in obtaining core samples.
Experienced Driller
Reporting to the Foreman, the Driller sets up and operates drilling equipment in a safe and efficient manner to maximize core recovery.
Exploration Driller
Geotech Drilling is currently seeking experienced Exploration Drillers for 2 major projects in Northwest BC and Nunavut.
Driller Assistant
Geotech is seeking Experienced Drill Assistants for 2 major projects on surface in Northwest BC and Nunavut.
HSEC Coordinator
- Ensure that all equipment is kept in order while maintaining efficient drilling productivity.
- Teaching and demonstrating commitment in controlling risks and eliminating hazards, as well as educating on-site personnel about the internal responsibility system and on company policies, procedures and programs.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
- Diagnose, maintain and repair of heavy-duty equipment including surface and underground drills, bulldozers, farming equipment and other heavy equipment.
- Test and repair hydraulic systems with a flow meter and schematics on a variety of equipment.