Company: Geotech Drilling
- A proud member of the ConeTec Group
Company Background and Culture
Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in Prince George, with offices in Vernon, Surrey, BC, Airdrie, and Leduc, AB. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage project pipeline.
Geotech owns and operates state-of-the-art drilling equipment throughout western Canada. We are one of Canada's largest geotechnical, environmental and exploration drilling companies, with a fleet of over 70 site investigation platforms.
Geotech Drilling has joined ConeTec. As part of our integrated team, you'll harness the collective expertise, expanded resources, and cutting-edge testing capabilities that come with this exciting merger. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of geotechnical drilling with us
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor instruments such as pressure gauges, feed or weight indicators as well as observe the volume, colour and consistency of the returns from the hole.
- Employ various sampling techniques according to project and client requirements.
- Record keeping as required/requested by the client and or Company.
- Operate and troubleshoot drill and ancillary equipment, including, but not limited to; trucks, support vehicles, pumps, heaters, compressors, mud re-circulation systems, etc.
- Supervise Drill Assistant and the drill crew to ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
- Ensure Driller Assistant maintains and organizes equipment, supplies and tooling for the drill rig and support vehicles.
Professional Experience / Qualifications
- Must maintain and possess a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Have 3-5 years experience in sonic drilling.
- Have the mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment.
- Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Compensation
$32.00 - $42.00 per hour
At Geotech, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.
In addition, our compensation benefit package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, Health and Insurance benefit program, and Retirement Savings Plan.
Skills Required
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
- 3-5 years experience in sonic drilling
- Mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment
- Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test
- High School Diploma or equivalent
What We Do
ConeTec is a full-service geotechnical, geoenvironmental, and mining site investigation contractor specializing in geophysics, CPTu, in-situ testing, drilling, and instrumentation. Their mission is to characterize the subsurface to enable clients to explore, build, and protect the world with confidence by reducing geological uncertainty through the delivery of high-quality information and tailored geocharacterization solutions.
