Geotechnical Driller

Acuren; Three Hills; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Tuition grants

Paid time off

Employee benefits

Job summary

Acuren Wind is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Driller to join our Calgary team. The role focuses on independently planning, executing, and supervising subsurface drilling and sampling for geotechnical and environmental investigations.

Responsibilities include leading drilling programs, coordinating logistics, and ensuring safety and quality. Strong field communication, project management, and mentoring abilities are essential, with travel and field work required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; post-secondary geotechnical/drilling tech cert preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical or environmental drilling operations experience.
• Valid driver’s license; air brake endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute geotechnical and environmental drilling programs using various methods.
• Coordinate project logistics, site access, and daily schedules for efficient delivery.
• Communicate with clients and project teams to clarify requirements and timelines.
• Mentor Driller Assistants and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Record, log, and document soil, rock, and groundwater samples per standards (ASTM, CSA).

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Field safety

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Geotechnical/drilling tech cert

Job description

Acuren Wind is looking for an experienced Geotechnical 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

Acuren's strength begins with its people. Guided by our values— People First, Integrity Always, One Team, Higher Standards, and Innovative — we work to create safe, respectful, and high-performing environments for our employees, clients, and communities.

We are honored that our people have recognized Acuren as worthy of inclusion in the Forbes 2024 and 2025 list of Canada's Best Employers. This recognition reflects the importance we place on investing in our people, protecting everyone we work with, and acting with integrity in every engagement.

Acuren delivers comprehensive inspection, testing, certification, and asset integrity solutions that help organizations ensure critical assets are safe, compliant, and optimized for reliable performance. Our specialized expertise and advanced capabilities support clients across energy, industrial, and public infrastructure sectors.

Our services include inspection; traditional and advanced NDE/NDT; failure analysis; rope access; materials, field, and reliability engineering; drones; robotics; V-Deck; and condition-based monitoring. Through these capabilities, we help clients evaluate asset condition, manage operational risk, and make informed decisions throughout the asset lifecycle.

Our work supports the integrity and safety of assets across petroleum refining, pipelines, power generation, pulp and paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and automotive industries. Acuren employs more than 5,000 professionals who support mechanical integrity and inspection programs across industrial sectors.

Our approach is practical and focused: provide capable local teams with certified, well-equipped personnel supported by trained and experienced leaders. Building on a strong heritage of safety, quality, and professionalism, we continue to advance technical capabilities and support reliability programs that create value for clients and employees.

Accessibility accommodations are available to applicants upon request. The company uses AI-enabled tools to organize candidate responses; these tools may be used during the screening or assessment process.