Underground Diamond Drillers -$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Swick Mining Services USA Inc; Nevada; On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health, vision, dental and life insur

Employee assistance program

Paid travel

Company-provided accommodation

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Swick Mining Services USA Inc. is seeking an experienced Underground Diamond Driller to join our North American operations. You will operate underground diamond drilling rigs, mentor helpers, and uphold safety and productivity on every shift.

We offer a strong earning potential with a 20/10 rotation, 100% company-paid travel, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching and health coverage. Join a global drilling contractor focused on safety and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience as an Underground Diamond Core Driller.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States and/or Canada.
• Ability to work in remote underground mining environments on a 20/10 rotation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screen.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• MSHA certification preferred or ability to obtain required site certifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground diamond drilling rigs safely, efficiently and to client specifications.
• Deliver drilling programs while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity and core recovery.
• Complete daily inspections, basic preventative maintenance and equipment checks.
• Accurately complete drilling logs, production reports and required site documentation.
• Lead, mentor and support Driller Helpers to work safely and develop their skills.
• Follow all company, client and regulatory safety policies, procedures and standards.
• Contribute to a positive site culture based on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Underground drilling

Safety-conscious

Team leadership

MSHA certification

Job description

Job Description

Strong earning potential. Paid travel. 20/10 rotation. Long-term career opportunity.

Swick Mining Services is seeking experienced Underground Diamond Drillers to join our growing North American operations. This is an opportunity to earn strong annual income, work with industry-leading underground drilling equipment, and build a long-term career with one of the world’s largest underground diamond drilling contractors.

With operations across Australia, North America and Europe, Swick is recognized for safe performance, technical innovation, high-quality drilling delivery and a team culture where people are supported, recognized and given opportunities to grow.

What You’ll Get

• Earn from $120,000+ annually, with higher earning potential based on your experience, plus meter bonus incentives.
• Daily per diem paid on top of wages.
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
• 20 days on / 10 days off rotation, giving you consistent time at work and time at home.
• 100% company-paid travel to and from site.
• Company-provided accommodation while on rotation.
• Permanent full-time employment with a stable global drilling contractor.
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off
• Health, vision, dental and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program support.
• Clear career progression pathways, with ongoing training and development.
• Strong safety-first culture and a supportive team environment.

Work with Industry-Leading Equipment

Swick designs and builds its own mobile underground diamond drill rigs in-house. Our rigs are developed specifically to improve safety, mobility, productivity and performance underground, giving our crews access to equipment built for the work they do every day.

About the Role

As a Swick Underground Diamond Driller, you will play a key role in safely delivering high-quality drilling services for our clients across North America. You will operate underground diamond drill rigs, lead and support Driller Helpers, maintain strong productivity and core recovery, and uphold Swick’s safety and operational standards on every shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate underground diamond drilling rigs safely, efficiently and to client specifications.
• Deliver drilling programs while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity and core recovery.
• Complete daily inspections, basic preventative maintenance and equipment checks.
• Accurately complete drilling logs, production reports and required site documentation.
• Lead, mentor and support Driller Helpers to work safely and develop their skills.
• Follow all company, client and regulatory safety policies, procedures and standards.
• Contribute to a positive site culture based on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 12 months’ experience as an Underground Diamond Core Driller.
• Strong understanding of underground drilling methods, safe work practices and production expectations.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States and/or Canada.
• Ability to work in remote underground mining environments on a 20/10 rotation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screen.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• MSHA certification preferred or ability to obtain required site certifications.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, reliability and high‑quality work.

Why Swick?

At Swick, you are joining more than a drilling company. You are joining a global team that values safety, performance, innovation and people. We invest in our crews, recognise hard work and provide genuine opportunities for experienced drillers to develop their careers across a growing international business.

If you are an experienced Underground Diamond Driller looking for strong earning potential, a consistent roster, paid travel and a long-term career with a global drilling contractor, we want to hear from you.