Geotechnical Driller

Val's Drilling | Geotechnical & Environmental; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotels or camp when working away

60/day subsistence when staying in lod

RRSP matching

Health Spending Account

Permanent full-time employment

Job summary

Val's Drilling | Geotechnical & Environmental is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Driller to operate truck- and track-mounted drilling rigs across Alberta and Western Canada. You will deliver high-quality samples and professional field service while mentoring Driller Assistants.

The role requires safe operation, strong auger drilling experience, mechanical aptitude and willingness to travel. This field-based role includes hotels or camps away from projects and competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• Geotechnical or environmental drilling experience required.
• Strong auger drilling experience.
• Willingness to travel and be away from home.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Class 1 or Class 3 licence preferred; licence upgrading may be supported.
• Safety-minded with ability to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Operate truck- and track-mounted geotechnical drilling rigs safely and efficiently.
• Perform solid and hollow stem auger drilling, SPT sampling and rock coring.
• Complete ODEX and air drilling where required.
• Adjust drilling methods and equipment based on ground conditions.
• Mobilize drilling and support equipment between projects.
• Perform daily inspections, preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues in the field.
• Complete drill records, field documentation, ELD and Hours of Service requirements.
• Operate support equipment including skid steers, forklifts and picker trucks.
• Maintain a safe, organized and professional drill site.
• Work closely with and mentor Driller Assistants.
• Follow company, client and regulatory safety requirements at all times.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling experience

Strong auger drilling experience

Valid driver's licence

Class 1 or Class 3 licence preferred

Travel and field-work readiness

Communication and teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Diedrich D-120

Diedrich D-50

Morooka track-mounted rigs

Skid steers/forklifts/picker trucks

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Driller to join our team operating truck- and track-mounted drilling equipment throughout Alberta and Western Canada.

This position is suited to someone who can safely and independently operate a geotechnical drill, maintain equipment, work effectively with a Driller Assistant, and consistently deliver high-quality samples and professional field service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• - Operate truck- and track-mounted geotechnical drilling rigs safely and efficiently
• - Perform solid and hollow stem auger drilling, SPT sampling and rock coring
• - Complete ODEX and air drilling where required
• - Adjust drilling methods and equipment based on changing ground conditions
• - Mobilize drilling and support equipment between projects
• - Perform daily inspections, preventative maintenance and minor repairs
• - Troubleshoot mechanical issues in the field
• - Complete drill records, field documentation, ELD and Hours of Service requirements
• - Operate support equipment including skid steers, forklifts and picker trucks
• - Maintain a safe, organized and professional drill site
• - Work closely with and mentor Driller Assistants
• - Follow company, client and regulatory safety requirements at all times

Equipment

• - Diedrich D-120
• - Diedrich D-50
• - Mobile B-54
• - Mobile B-57
• - Mobile B-61HDX
• - Morooka track-mounted geotechnical drill rigs
• - Skid steers, forklifts, picker trucks and other support equipment

Experience with these specific units is an asset, but not required for an experienced geotechnical driller.

Qualifications

Required

• - Previous geotechnical or environmental drilling experience
• - Strong auger drilling experience
• - Valid driver's licence
• - Class 1 or Class 3 licence preferred; licence upgrading may be supported for the right candidate with proven drilling experience
• - Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment
• - Ability to safely and independently operate drilling equipment
• - Willingness to travel and work out of town
• - Strong communication, teamwork and attention to detail
• - Commitment to safe work practices and equipment care

Preferred Assets

• - HQ/HQ3 rock coring experience
• - ODEX or air drilling experience
• - Experience with Diedrich, Mobile or Morooka equipment
• - Experience training or mentoring Driller Assistants
• - First Aid
• - H2S Alive
• - Ground Disturbance Level 2

We are willing to train an experienced driller on our specific equipment and coring systems where the candidate has the right drilling background, mechanical ability and attitude.

Compensation & Benefits

• - $33.00–$48.00 per hour, based on experience and capabilities
• - Experienced drillers capable of independently operating a geotechnical rig will be considered toward the top of the posted range
• - Hotels or camp provided while working away
• - $60/day subsistence when staying in hotels
• - RRSP matching
• - Health Spending Account
• - Permanent full-time employment

Work Environment

This is a field-based position requiring travel to project locations throughout Alberta and Western Canada.

Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions, operating heavy equipment, working around commercial vehicles, and performing physically demanding field work.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, looks after equipment, works safely, and can be relied on to represent the company professionally in the field.