Geotechnical Driller

Acuren Inspection, Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employer paid benefits

RRSP + company match

Tuition grants

Discounted fitness memberships

Insurance offerings

Job summary

Acuren Wind in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Driller to join our field team. You will lead subsurface drilling and sampling programs, ensuring quality and safety while coordinating with project managers and clients.

The role requires strong knowledge of drilling techniques, site investigations, and mentoring of Driller Assistants. Travel to project sites and adherence to ASTM/CSA standards are essential; the position emphasizes safety leadership and field reporting.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of drilling techniques and geotechnical sampling.
• Strong field safety and environmental compliance requirements.
• Effective communication with clients and internal teams.
• Project management including planning, scheduling, budgeting.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Proficiency with digital field reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute geotechnical/environmental drilling programs using multiple methods.
• Coordinate logistics, site access, and daily schedules for projects.
• Communicate with clients, PMs, and field staff on requirements and deliverables.
• Supervise Driller Assistants and ensure safety training and task delegation.
• Collect, log, and document soil/rock/groundwater samples per standards (ASTM/CSA).
• Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory frameworks; document permits and inspections.
• Operate and maintain drilling equipment and related tooling.
• Manage field records, sample custody, and data quality assurance.
• Identify operational risks and promote safe, environmentally responsible practices.
• Support bid preparation, cost tracking, and field reporting for project financials.

Skills

Drilling techniques

Geotechnical sampling

Field safety practices

Project coordination

Client communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Equipment troubleshooting

Mobile data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Geotechnical/drilling tech certification preferred

5+ years geotechnical/environmental drilling

Valid driver’s license (Class 3 or 1) desired

First Aid, H2S Alive, WHMIS, Ground Disturbance assets

Job description

Position Summary

Acuren Wind is looking for an experiencedGeotechnical Driller to join our growing team in Calgary, Alberta.

If you have experience operating geotechnical drilling equipment, enjoy working in the field, and are committed to safety and quality, we'd love to hear from you.

This position supports the organization at the service line level. Reporting to the Division Manager, the position will be responsible for independently planning, executing, and supervising subsurface drilling and sampling operations to support geotechnical and environmental investigations. The role requires a strong focus on customer support, project management, technical compliance, and safety leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute geotechnical and environmental drilling programs using a variety of drilling methods (e.g., auger, rotary, sonic, CPT, or coring).
• Coordinate project logistics, site access, and daily schedules to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Communicate directly with clients, project managers, and field staff to clarify technical requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Oversee and mentor Driller Assistants, ensuring proper training, task delegation, and adherence to safety procedures.
• Collect, log, and document soil, rock, and groundwater samples in accordance with project specifications and applicable standards (ASTM, CSA).
• Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory frameworks, including documentation of permits, inspections, and field reporting.
• Operate and maintain drilling equipment, vehicles, and tooling in accordance with manufacturer and company protocols.
• Manage field records, sample custody, and data quality assurance.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring safe and environmentally responsible work practices.
• Support bid preparation, cost tracking, and field reporting to support project financial performance.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Advanced technical knowledge of drilling techniques, geotechnical sampling, and site investigation principles.
• Strong understanding of field safety practices and environmental compliance requirements.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external clients.
• Project management proficiency, including planning, scheduling, and budget awareness.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making under field conditions.
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting drilling and support equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to procedural accuracy.
• Proficiency with digital field reporting tools and mobile data entry applications.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary technical or trade certification in geotechnical, drilling, or environmental technology preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in geotechnical or environmental drilling operations.
• Valid Class 3 or Class 1 Driver’s License desired (air brake endorsement preferred).
• Certification in First Aid, H2S Alive, WHMIS, and Ground Disturbance considered assets.

Benefits

The strength of Acuren lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international publicly traded company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive and comprehensive total compensation package, including paid time off, employer paid benefits, RRSP + Company match, tuition grants, discounted fitness memberships and insurance offerings, employee assistance programs and more! At Acuren we commit to the principles of a respectful workplace and offer tremendous opportunities to those who wish to succeed.Join our team at Acuren and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career.

Working Conditions

• Field-based role requiring frequent travel and extended hours during peak project periods.
• Regular exposure to outdoor conditions including heat, cold, noise, and uneven terrain.
• Regular manual handling of heavy tools, drill rods, and samples (up to 50 lbs).
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS & DEMANDS:

• Requires lifting, carrying, and handling materials up to 50 lbs.
• Extended standing, bending, and manual labor throughout the workday.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug, and fitness assessments.

Company Overview

As an organization, our strength comes from the ability to embody our core values - People First, Integrity Always, Pride In Our Work, and Growth Together. None of these values is more important than People First, and we are honored that our people decided the company is worthy of being included in the Forbes 2024 and 2025 List of Canada's Best Employers.

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 5,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality, and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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