Driller

Kinross Gold Corporation; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking a capable blast-hole driller to operate a production drill in our active mine environment. You will follow standard operating procedures, prioritize safety, and align daily tasks with Kinross values while delivering on production goals.

You will perform pre-shift inspections, maintain drilling paperwork, monitor gauges, and work with GPS navigation systems. The role requires a high school diploma, 3+ years of blast-hole drilling experience, a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience operating blast hole production drill rigs (e.g., Pit Viper 231/271, DML).
• Good understanding of DTH and rotary drilling.
• Ability to read and follow drilling instructions, maps and pre/post shift reports.
• Familiar with GPS/Jigsaw navigation or similar systems.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates drill to achieve production goals.
• Prepares and maintains drilling paperwork and reports.
• Performs pre-shift inspections and monitors gauges.
• Inspects work areas for hazards and reports issues.
• Maintains logs of bits, hammers, breakdowns, maps and drill patterns.
• Drills accurately to stake depth and collects samples as needed.
• Operates drill support water trucks as required.
• Assists the blast crew and performs minor maintenance.
• Adheres to safety, confidentiality and environmental policies.
• Willing to work shift work, overtime, holidays and weekends.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blast hole drilling

GPS navigation systems

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Reading/writing instructions

Mathematical calculations

Shift work readiness

Driver's license

Weather resilience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Atlas Copco Pit Viper 231

Atlas Copco Pit Viper 271

Ingersoll Rand DML

Sandvik DR560

Job description

The incumbent will be responsible for the daily operation of a blast-hole drill in an active mine environment. All work must be completed in a safe and efficient manner while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values and work in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operates drill in accordance with standard operating procedures and supervisor instruction to achieve production goals.
• Prepares and maintains drilling paperwork, including pre-shift inspections, drill reports, inventory sheets, and sample tags.
• Perform and document pre-shift inspections and monitors gauges and equipment frequently.
• Visually inspects work areas for potential hazards and works to correct them or report any problems to supervisor immediately.
• Maintains accurate log of all bits, hammers, breakdowns, maps, and drill patterns.
• Drills accurately and efficiently to stake depth.
• Collect drill-hole samples using proper sampling techniques for laboratory analysis as needed.
• Ability to maneuver on drill pattern using GPS/dispatch navigation system(s).
• Connects drill pipe sections using hand tools and power wrenches.
• Safely operate drill equipment with a high degree of competence, skill and proficiency.
• Maintains radio contact with co-workers and supervisors for operating and safety instructions.
• Operate drill support water trucks as needed.
• Assists the blast crew in blasting functions as needed.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• General background in heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Minimum three years experience in the operation of blast hole production drill rigs required. Including: Ingersol Rand DML, Atlas Copco DML, Atlas Copco Pit Viper 231, Atlas Copco Pit Viper 271 production drills (3-5 yrs.) required. Sandvik DR560 pre-split drills preferred.
• A good understanding of DTH and rotary drilling required.
• Understand single-pass & double-pass (adding steel) to reach planned drill depths.
• A good understanding of GPS Jigsaw navigation/dispatch system or similar navigation systems.
• Must be able to work within precise parameters, as holes must be drilled exactly to specifications.
• Must be cognizant of the condition of the surrounding work area and the performance of the machine being used in order to avoid dangerous situations and maintain good working condition of machinery.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions required.Must be able to carry out assignments free of constant supervision.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employee must have the ability to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheet.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
• Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays and weekends.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license required.

Additional Skills

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross Core Competencies

• Strategic Effectiveness Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
• External engagement Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
• Business Focus Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
• Living the Kinross Values Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Drill & Blast Shift Supervisor.