Landmark Drilling Services ltd. is currently seeking experienced Sonic drillers for projects throughout Western Canada and the Northwest Territories. Landmark Drilling Services ltd. operates a well-maintained fleet of geotechnical and environmental drills. The work is outdoors year-round, in all weather, physically demanding and requires frequent travel out of town.
The Driller will be responsible for moving, setting up, and operating drilling rigs and related equipment while following Landmark Drilling's procedures in a safe and productive manner. The Driller is also responsible for the total operation and safety of the drilling equipment, and crew members at all times.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Moving, setting up, and operating drilling equipment and related equipment/systems while following Landmark Drilling's procedures.
- To monitor instruments such as pressure gauges, feed or weight indicators, and to ensure no damage to equipment while operating.
- To ensure driller assistant maintains and organizes equipment, supplies & tooling for the drill rig & support vehicles.
- Perform routine maintenance on various pieces of equipment as required to ensure optimal performance.
- To work safely and follow all health and safety guidelines.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 years minimum experience operating sonic drills
- Experience with casing & coring, shelby tubes, SPT's, vane shear testing, packer testing, grouting.
- Experience installing observation, and multi-level monitoring wells (2"-6").
- Class 3 drivers license at a minimum
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be physically able to perform drilling operations and move heavy materials up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to work long hours in all weather conditions.
- Have mechanical ability to troubleshoot and/or repair equipment.
- Have a valid license to operate commercial vehicles.
- Must perform both shop based and field-based work activities.
- Must be reliable, hardworking, and safety-oriented.
- Geoprobe drill operating experience preferred but not required.
POSITION OFFERS:
- Paid job specific training will be provided by the company
Landmark Drilling Services ltd. appreciates all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.
All selected employees may be required to take a pre-employment fit for duty test, including drug and alcohol testing, and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have Sonic Drilling Experience?
- Can you pass a drug and alcohol test?
- Do you have a criminal record?
- Do you have any issue with lifting/carrying 50lbs?
- Are you immunized against COVID-19?
Licence/Certification:
- Class 1 Licence (required)
Shift availability:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
