Underground Drilling Support Technician

Major Drilling America; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Major Drilling America is seeking an Underground Driller Assistant to support underground and surface drilling operations while prioritizing safety and efficiency. You will perform pre-shift inspections, follow LOTOTO and emergency protocols, and help maintain equipment, samples, and documentation on site.

You will participate in inductions, safety meetings, and outreach to visitors, with a focus on safety compliance, operational readiness, and teamwork across rotating shifts and mine sites.

Qualifications

• Hold a current MSHA 5000-23 UG/Surface Certification required.
• Experience in drilling operations or mining environments preferred.
• Valid driver's license; clean record; no DUI or >3 moving violations in 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Support underground and surface drilling operations while ensuring safety.
• Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment.
• Follow LOTOTO, hazard reporting and safety procedures.
• Assist with site inductions and safety trainings.
• Maintain logs and use documentation tools on site.
• Assist with rig audits, inventory, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Life Saving Rules

Gas Monitors

Emergency Plans

Site Communications

Standard Work

Education

MSHA 5000-23 UG/Surface Certification

Job description

Major Drilling America is seeking an Underground Driller Assistant to support underground and surface drilling operations while prioritizing safety and efficiency. You will perform pre-shift inspections, follow LOTOTO and emergency protocols, and help maintain equipment, samples, and documentation on site.

You will participate in inductions, safety meetings, and outreach to visitors, with a focus on safety compliance, operational readiness, and teamwork across rotating shifts and mine sites.