Driller's Assistant (Assistant Field Operator)

ConeTec Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ConeTec is seeking an Assistant Field Operator to join its geotechnical site investigation team in Salt Lake City. You will learn and support Field Operators and Engineers while working with a fleet of drilling and testing equipment in diverse environments.

This role emphasizes a strong work ethic, safety, and willingness to travel for projects. You will gain hands-on experience, participate in maintenance, and contribute to high-quality site operations.

Qualifications

• Experience or training relevant to drilling/sampling and heavy equipment operations.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Clean driving record and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate drilling equipment and sampling systems following procedures.
• Provide timely assistance to Engineers and Technicians.
• Assist with mobilization/demobilization of equipment in difficult environments.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
• Communicate equipment issues to the Supervisor or Project Manager.
• Seek ways to improve procedures.

Skills

Drilling equipment operation

Heavy equipment handling

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Tools

Rig maintenance

Field instrumentation

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION

ConeTec is an industry-leading provider of geotechnical site investigation services and specializes in the testing of subsurface conditions in unique environments. A successful Assistant Field Operator will be a quick study, able to learn and intuit the steps for each activity to provide the Field Operator and Field Engineer with any help they might require; and in time, doing so instinctively. This person will work closely with equipment operators, gaining hands‑on experience with unique heavy machinery in a variety of environments, learning basic maintenance, and providing consistent, high-quality upkeep of the rig and general working area. A successful candidate must have a strong desire to learn, an energetic work ethic, and be unafraid to get his or her hands dirty.

OVERALL GOALS FOR POSITION

• Assist with the timely and efficient completion of numerous projects of varied size and scope.
  
• Continuous development of one’s skills and working knowledge of the ConeTec’s equipment, systems and procedures.
  
• Gain experience and exposure as a contractor in one of Canada’s largest industries.
  
• Expand skill set through training and certifications to become an asset of a larger team.

ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

Equipment Operation

• Set‑up and operate various drilling equipment, sampling systems, geophysical instruments and other in‑situ testing equipment following ConeTec’s procedures in a safe and productive manner.
  
• Become trained, company‑certified and competent to operate numerous types of drilling equipment and other pieces of equipment within our extensive fleet
  
• Provide timely assistance to Engineers and Technicians as required.
  
• Assist with the mobilization and demobilization of equipment in hard‑to‑access environments.
  
• Perform routine maintenance on various pieces of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Health & Safety

• Identify with and respect ConeTec’s safety culture, first and foremost.
  
• Ensure proper preparation and knowledge of all necessary safe operating procedures before beginning any job.
  
• Report any safety‑related incidents, infractions, or near misses to the Project Manager and the HSE Officer, immediately.
  
• Know and follow the incident reporting protocol at all times.

Other General Responsibilities

• Communicate with the Supervisor or Project Manager as to any equipment problems or needs, as well as any field observations that might be of use.
  
• Perform other shop functions as required.
  
• Seek ways to improve operating procedures/processes.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience requirements:

• Experience or training relevant to drilling/sampling and/or heavy equipment operations/mechanics.
  
• Adequate operating time to demonstrate sufficient skills – candidate may be subject to working interview.

Technical skill requirements:

• Electrical and mechanical skills are an asset but not required.

Soft skill requirements:

• Must possess strong work ethic and represent the company in a professional manner.
  
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  
• Must be responsible and work well independently or in a team setting with minimal supervision.
  
• Must enjoy working outdoors and travelling for extended periods of time.
  
• Must enjoy performing a wide variety of duties and be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  
• Must have a clean driving record.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, and due to the requirement, that employees be able to safely complete the tasks associated with this job position, a successful candidate may be required to take a pre‑employment fit for duty test, including a drug and alcohol testing, and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.

ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.