Driller

TBT Engineering Limited; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Wellness incentives

Workwear allowance

Job summary

TBT Engineering Limited is seeking a hands-on Lead Geotechnical and Environmental Drilling Specialist to operate and maintain drilling equipment, oversee field operations, and ensure safe, efficient project completion. The role requires independent work beside drilling crews in varied outdoor settings across Northwestern Ontario.

You will lead drilling crews, coordinate field activities, document logs, and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies while delivering

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of drilling experience preferred.
• Experience with hollow-stem augering, mud rotary, or rock coring seen as asset.
• Valid G driver's licence; DZ/AZ advantageous.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical and environmental drilling projects, operate and maintain equipment.
• Supervise Driller Helpers and coordinate field activities.
• Complete drilling logs and field documentation accurately.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental policies are followed.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Environmental drilling

Crew leadership

Safety compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Job description

Position Description

Lead geotechnical and environmental drilling projects by operating and maintaining drilling equipment, overseeing field operations, and ensuring the safe and efficient completion of drilling activities. Work independently and alongside drilling crews in a hands-on environment while applying technical expertise to support a wide array of projects.

Position Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain drilling equipment to complete geotechnical and environmental drilling programs safely and efficiently.
• Conduct geotechnical and environmental drilling activities, including soil and rock sampling, groundwater monitoring well installation, and related field investigations.
• Lead drilling operations, including equipment mobilization, site setup, drilling activities, and demobilization.
• Supervise and provide direction to Driller Helpers, ensuring drilling activities are completed safely and in accordance with project requirements.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to maintain equipment reliability and performance.
• Coordinate the loading, unloading, and transportation of drilling equipment, tools, materials, and supplies to and from project sites.
• Complete accurate field documentation, including drilling logs, equipment inspections, daily reports, and sample records.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures, ensuring safe work practices are maintained throughout drilling operations.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, reliable, and enjoys working outdoors. Previous experience operating geotechnical or environmental drilling equipment, with a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant drilling experience preferred. Experience with drilling methods such as hollow-stem augering, solid-stem augering, mud rotary, and rock coring considered an asset. Candidate should possess knowledge of soil and rock sampling procedures, borehole advancement, and groundwater monitoring well installation. Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on drilling equipment is required as well as a demonstrated ability to lead drilling crews, coordinate field activities, and maintain safe and productive work environments. Valid class G driver’s licence with a clean driving record; DZ or AZ license considered an asset. This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions and challenging terrain

This position is classified as full-time. Rate of pay will be commensurate with related experience and qualifications. TBT Engineering provides health and dental benefits, group retirement savings programs, robust personal paid time off policies, wellness incentives, workwear and clothing allowances and competitive salaries!

TBT Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.