Underground Driller Assistant: Hands-on Field Operator

Major Drilling Group; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Major Drilling Group seeks an Underground Driller Assistant to support underground and surface drilling while ensuring safety compliance, equipment maintenance, sample integrity, and operational efficiency.

The role requires MSHA UG/Surface certification, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel to various mine sites. Expect 12-hour shifts, 20 days on, with 10 days home, in challenging outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• MSHA UG/Surface certification required.
• Pre-employment medical and drug screening required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Willingness to travel to multiple mine sites and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Support underground and surface drilling operations.
• Adhere to MSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Perform pre-shift inspections on drilling equipment and tools.
• Assist in rig setup, movement, and station maintenance.
• Maintain clean and organized worksite per housekeeping standards.
• Participate in safety trainings and site inductions.

Skills

MSHA UG/Surface Certification

Gas Monitors

Intelex

Survey Tools

Safety Procedures

Education

MSHA Certification (UG/Surface)

Tools

Intelex

Drill Rig Equipment

Job description

Major Drilling Group seeks an Underground Driller Assistant to support underground and surface drilling while ensuring safety compliance, equipment maintenance, sample integrity, and operational efficiency.

The role requires MSHA UG/Surface certification, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel to various mine sites. Expect 12-hour shifts, 20 days on, with 10 days home, in challenging outdoor environments.