Job Summary
BAT Construction Ltd. is a Canadian leader in Slope Stabilization and Geotechnical Construction, and we are expanding to meet the growing demand for our expert services. We are currently hiring experienced Drillers across Canada. BAT Construction has a proven record of providing skilled employees to provide high-quality results, all while focusing on safety. BAT Construction is the ideal environment to grow your Drilling experience.
As a micropile Driller, you’ll be an integral part of field operations, helping in geotechnical remediation efforts. Our Drillers work closely with BAT's Leadership Team as well as clients and contractors and will consistently build and maintain these relationships by aligning with our Core Values consisting of; Safety-Driven, Integrity, Flexibility, Quality, and Team Spirit.
Applicants with a thorough understanding of heavy equipment operation, ground support, or heavy-duty mechanics may be given preference. Geotechnical or engineering education is considered an asset.
We are looking for individuals who are dependable, adaptable, capable and flexible of working in remote locations on rotational schedules.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Verify location, angle, and depth of drill locations before drilling and confirm it is safe to move forward with the process
- Perform daily and routine maintenance on equipment to ensure safety and functionality
- Check gauges, monitor drilling condition and pay close attention to equipment to decide if it needs to be altered or adjusted during drilling
- Complete drilling and anchor installation logs
- Ensure all drilling is being completed safely as per regulations, drawings, designs, and special provisions
- Use knowledge of soil or rock conditions to determine which drilling equipment is appropriate for each job
- Stop, start, and control machine drilling speed and align as well as position drills to stabilize machines
- Regulate downward pressure, rotary speed, and air pressure, depending on the type of material the drill is moving through. Changing procedures and settings for each individual job as needed
- Bore or drill holes in rock for grouting, anchoring, blasting, or building foundations, working with other members of the crew to ensure accuracy and safety
- Follow all protocol and standard operating procedures to guarantee safety and compliance on the job site and keep team members safe from injury.
- Position and assemble casing pipes, augers, machines and other equipment with the appropriate hand and power tools
- Cap and mark all open bore holes
- Direct and train drilling swampers
- Wear a respirator when and where required by safety protocols and job demands, ensuring a proper seal and fit at all times
- Ensure Flexibility; BAT Construction has multiple project sites across Canada that operate at any given time (day or night) thus flexibility is required regarding work schedules, hours, rotations, shifts, and locations. Employees are expected to adapt to these changes as required by the company
- Ensure professional demeanor, conduct, and commitment to BAT’s core values of Safety Driven, Integrity, Quality, Flexibility, and Team Spirit
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in ground support systems or geotechnical construction.
- Experience with hollow bar anchors is an asset.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and legislation relevant to work at height and drilling operations.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Rotation will be discussed in interview
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.08 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid Driver's licence?
- Do you have First Aid level 3 certification?
- Do you have your blasting certification?
- Are you eligible to work in Canada? Applicants for employment must either be Canadian citizens or possess work authorization which does not require work visa sponsorship by the employer and they must have residence in Canada.
- This job requires the use of a respirator; is there any reason you are unable to wear a respirator?
- Have you previously been employed by BAT Construction?
- What are BAT Construction's Core Values?
- What kind of drilling have you done?
- What kinds of drills have you used?
- Where do you currently reside?
Experience:
- Drilling: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
