Driller- Helper

Talon Metals Corp.; Tamarack (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary raises

Health insurance options

HSA contributions

Employer coverage: dental/vision/life

401(k) with match

PTO: vacation/holidays/sick days

Job summary

Talon Metals Corp. in Minnesota is hiring a Driller Helper to support field drill operations on 12-hour shifts, two weeks on and one week off. No prior drilling experience is required, as full training is provided.

You may be required to travel to multiple project sites around Minnesota and Michigan. The role offers a salary range of $66,000 to $81,000 annually, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, HSA contributions, employer-covered insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• No prior experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Drill Foreman and work safely in accordance with company policies.
• Assist drill operations including site setup, mixing drill muds, handling drill rods and core tubes.
• Remove and label core samples, preserve orientation in core boxes.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and site maintenance.
• Use gas monitors and maintain water/lubricant systems at the drill site.
• Verify NSF approvals for downhole materials.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude for equipment handling and repair.

Skills

18+ years old

Lift 50 lbs+

Valid driver’s license

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position: Driller Helper

Type: Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time (12-hour shifts, 84 hours per week)

Rotation: 2 weeks on / 1 week off

Start Date: ASAP

Salary Range: $66,000 - $81,000

Education Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

About The Opportunity

Talon Metals is actively exploring land packages in Minnesota and Michigan, with a mission to discover and develop high-grade nickel deposits for the U.S. domestic supply chain. We're looking for driven individuals to join our year-round diamond core drilling operations.

Drill Helpers are assigned to specific project sites based on operational needs. Assignments may change as projects progress or new programs begin.

The schedule is two weeks on and one week off, working 12-hour shifts during the two-week rotation. Drill Helpers are responsible for arranging and reporting to the assigned project location at the start of each rotation.

Project locations are subject to change, and flexibility is essential. Candidates must be willing and able to travel to various job sites throughout Minnesota and Michigan as required.

No prior drilling experience is required—we provide full training.

Why Join Us?

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based raises
• Single and family health insurance options
• HSA contributions: $1,000 (single) / $1,750 (family)
• Employer-paid coverage:
  • Dental, vision, life, and critical illness insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Accidental death & dismemberment coverage (includes spouse/dependents)
• 401(k) with 6% employer match
• Paid time off:
  • 10 vacation days
  • 9 holidays
  • 6 sick days annually

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Drill Foreman, your responsibilities will include:

• Working safely and complying with all company and HSE policies
• Supporting drill operations including site setup, mixing drill muds, and handling drill rods and core tubes
• Removing core samples, labeling, and preserving orientation in core boxes
• Performing routine equipment cleaning and site maintenance
• Using and maintaining gas monitors and water/lubricant systems at the drill site
• Verifying that all downhole materials are NSF-approved
• Demonstrating mechanical aptitude for basic equipment handling and repair

What You’ll Bring

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more
• A valid driver's license
• Strong work ethic and a team-oriented mindset
• No prior experience required training provided

Additional Requirements

• Travel is required as part of this role
• Successful completion of a background check
• Passing a fitness-for-work physical assessment is mandatory prior to employment