Remote Alaskan Surface Exploration Drill Assistant

ConeTec; United States; Remote; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

ConeTec, in partnership with Geotech Drilling, seeks a Drill Assistant – Surface Exploration to support remote Alaska diamond drilling operations. The role requires drill support experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely in rugged, remote environments, including helicopter-supported moves.

Start date June 2026; duration 5 months; hours are 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off, 12-hour days. Compensation is $24.00–$26.00 USD per hour plus a meter bonus; pre-employment drug/alcohol

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in the drilling industry.
• Proven experience in helicopter-supported operations.
• Must have a Valid Driver's License.
• Mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment.
• Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
• Complete and pass project-specific safety courses.
• Experience working in the field in remote/varied weather conditions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and supply the driller with tooling and materials to maintain operations.
• Handle drill rods, casing, core tubes and core samples.
• Maintain and organize inventory of materials, supplies and tooling for drill rig and support vehicles.
• Assist the Driller, client and team members as required.
• Perform regular lifts of 50–90 lbs.

Skills

Drilling experience

Helicopter operations

Valid Driver's License

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Drug & alcohol test

Fieldwork in remote conditions

Job description

ConeTec, in partnership with Geotech Drilling, seeks a Drill Assistant – Surface Exploration to support remote Alaska diamond drilling operations. The role requires drill support experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely in rugged, remote environments, including helicopter-supported moves.

Start date June 2026; duration 5 months; hours are 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off, 12-hour days. Compensation is $24.00–$26.00 USD per hour plus a meter bonus; pre-employment drug/alcohol