5th Person - Geotech Drilling

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, and Grande Prairie and Calgary, AB. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage projects 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.

Recently, 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 exploration drilling with us!

Location: Hope Bay, Nunavut

Hours of Work:

4 weeks on, 2 weeks off, 12 hr days. Flexibility with schedule as rotation is subject to change.

5th Person

The 5th Person works alongside a drill team as their support, and ensure that all equipment and resources operate safely and efficiently. This position primarily involves manual labour, supplemented by the operation of equipment when needed. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load and unload equipment.


• Prepare work sites and maintain cleanliness.


• Drive, operate, refuel and wash Geotech equipment, including trucks, support vehicles, generators, pumps, and hand tools.


• Continuously prepare and supply the driller and drill assistant with tooling and materials necessary to maintain the drilling operations.


• Assist in collecting samples or other tasks relevant to the operation of a drilling program.


• Handle drill rods and casing, core tubes and core samples.


• Maintain a water source (if required for the project).


• Mix drill mud.


• Load and unload materials, supplies, and tooling before and after projects.


• Set up materials at the job site in a safe, designated area.


• Housekeeping and other duties as assigned by the Drill Supervisor.


• Work with little or no supervision.


• Adhere to safety protocols at all times.

Qualifications:

• Must have valid Class 5 or higher Driver's Licence 


• Must have at least one year of experience operating loaders and other machinery for site operations.
  

• 3+ years' experience in mining or construction.


• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly. 


• Ability to prioritize and accomplish tasks in a timely manner.


• Experience working around helicopters.


• Excellent communication and organizational skills.


• Strong problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to work independently with limited guidance.


• Familiarity with various drilling techniques and equipment, including tooling and inventory, is a strong asset.
  


• Standard First Aid (will provide if needed)


• Ability to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Salary: $28-32/hr, based on experience.