Underground Diamond Driller – $120k+ with Paid Travel

Swick Mining Services; Wallace (ID); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Per diem

Travel paid

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Swick Mining Services is seeking experienced Underground Diamond Drillers to join our North American operations. This role offers strong earning potential, paid travel, and long-term career growth with a global leader in underground drilling.

You'll operate underground diamond drill rigs, train Driller Helpers, and uphold safety and production standards on each shift, contributing to a high-performance team in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience as an underground diamond core driller.
• Strong understanding of underground drilling methods and safety practices.
• Ability to work in remote underground mining environments on a 20/10 rotation.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States and/or Canada.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground diamond drilling rigs safely and to client specs.
• Deliver drilling programs with high safety, productivity and core recovery.
• Complete daily inspections, basic preventive maintenance and checks.
• Accurately complete drilling logs and site documentation.
• Lead, mentor and support Driller Helpers to work safely.
• Follow safety policies, procedures and standards.
• Contribute to a positive site culture with teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Underground Diamond Drilling

Safety

Team Leadership

Rotations

Job description

Swick Mining Services is seeking experienced Underground Diamond Drillers to join our North American operations. This role offers strong earning potential, paid travel, and long-term career growth with a global leader in underground drilling.

You'll operate underground diamond drill rigs, train Driller Helpers, and uphold safety and production standards on each shift, contributing to a high-performance team in a demanding environment.