Driller - Drilling

Clear Destination Inc.; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Savings plan

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking an experienced Driller to oversee drilling operations and lead the crew on a full-time seasonal basis in Alberta, Canada. You will operate drilling equipment, supervise maintenance, and enforce safety protocols on site.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a solid mechanical aptitude, with willingness to work in varying weather conditions and travel away from home as needed. Fluency in English is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous drilling rig experience in the Driller role.
• Strong leadership, planning, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Willing to work in all weather and travel away from home.
• Able to pass pre-employment testing.
• Certifications include H2S Alive, Standard First Aid with CPR, CSO, Fall Protection, and BOP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee drilling fluid systems, pumps, top drive, drawworks, and pipe handling equipment.
• Ensure safety and support equipment is functioning properly.
• Monitor drilling progress and report changes to the Rig Manager.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Lead, instruct, mentor, and train crew in safe work practices and procedures.
• Ensure protection systems, safety devices, guards, and emergency systems remain operational.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate controls.
• Participate in incident investigations and assist with corrective actions.
• Promote and maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible worksite.

Skills

Driller experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

H2S Alive

First Aid/CPR

CSO

Fall protection

Emergency response (BOP)

English fluency

Willing to travel

Pre-employment testing

Confined space training

Education

Job description

TheDrilleris an experienced crew member of the drilling rig crew responsible for overseeing drilling operations, operating equipment and supervising the drilling crew. This includes supervising and directing crew activities, operating the drilling rig and its components. This includes overseeing routine checks, documenting maintenance activities, and taking immediate corrective action when necessary. The Driller plays a key role in upholding safety protocols and preventing well control incidents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee drilling fluid systems, mud pumps, top drive systems, drawworks, pipe handling equipment and related drilling equipment.
• Ensure safety and support equipment is functioning properly
• Monitor drilling progress and communicate advancements and/or changes to Rig Manager
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Lead, instruct, mentor, and train crew members in safe work practices, drilling procedures, equipment operation, and rig maintenance.
• Ensure all protection systems, safety devices, guards, crownsavers, lockouts, and emergency systems remain operational and properly utilized.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate controls
• Participate in incident investigations if required and assist with corrective action implementation.
• Promote and maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible worksite.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Previous drilling rig experience working in Driller position
• Strong leadership abilities in decisions and planning
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Certifications Required:
  • H2S Alive
  • Standard First Aid with CPR
  • CSO (Common Safety Orientation)
  • Fall Protection for Rig Work
  • Rig Rescue for Rig Work preferred
  • Confined Space & Rescue
  • Boiler certification (Provincial Based)
  • First Line Blowout Prevention (BOP)
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing
• Fluent in Written/Spoken English
• Be willing to work in all weather conditions and work environments with work away from home for periods of time

What we offer:

• Immediate Employee Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Matched Savings Program – up to 5%

Driller position is full-time seasonal position. Seasonal work is based on operational requirements, project schedules, weather and environmental conditions and other factors outside our control.