Driller Lead – Remote Rotational, Alaska

NANA Regional Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NANA Regional Corporation is seeking a Driller Lead to oversee drilling operations at remote sites in Alaska. You will operate core drilling rigs, calibrate equipment, and ensure safe, efficient performance across multiple drilling techniques.

The role requires at least five years of related experience, MSHA certification, and the ability to work in challenging remote environments while complying with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• MSHA Certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in directly related position.
• Ability to work in remote areas under difficult conditions.
• Ability to take and pass a pre-employment UA drug test.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record for company vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Operate various core drills to bore into surface and subsurface land.
• Calibrate machine and select drill according to job.
• Start and stop drilling motion.
• Position machine, tooling, and support equipment.
• Operate skid mounted or helicopter supported drilling machines.
• Measure locations and ensure safe drilling can be achieved.
• Read instructions and diagrams.
• Remove samples during mineral exploration or soil testing.
• Operation and preventative maintenance of drill rigs and support vehicles.
• Familiar with various drilling techniques (Diamond core, Air rotary, Hollow stem auger).
• Familiar with various sampling techniques (Split spoon, Rock chip sampling).
• Tripple tube core; Track and submit shift reports daily.
• Recognize unusual/unexpected ground conditions and alert supervision.

Skills

Drilling operations

Rig maintenance

Equipment calibration

Remote area work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NANA Regional Corporation is seeking a Driller Lead to oversee drilling operations at remote sites in Alaska. You will operate core drilling rigs, calibrate equipment, and ensure safe, efficient performance across multiple drilling techniques.

The role requires at least five years of related experience, MSHA certification, and the ability to work in challenging remote environments while complying with safety and regulatory standards.