Certified Excavator Operator 5th Person
Certified Excavator Operator 5th Person
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Job Description
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 highquality advancedstage projects pipeline.
Geotech owns and operates stateoftheart drilling equipment throughout western Canada. We are one of Canadas 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 youll harness the collective expertise expanded resources and cuttingedge testing capabilities that come with this exciting merger. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of exploration drilling with us!
Start Date: April 15th 2025
Program duration: 3 4 Months.
Excavator Operator/ 5th Person
The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating heavy machinery and working alongside a drill team as their support and ensure that all equipment and resources operate safely and efficiently.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Load and unload equipment.
- Operate excavators and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform site preparation trenching grading and excavating work according to project requirements.
- Prepare work sites and maintain cleanliness.
- Drive operate refuel and wash Geotech equipment including trucks Skid Steers 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 Drivers Licence
- Must have 3 5 years proven experience as an Excavator operator.
- Valid operator certification/licence.
- Knowledge of excavation techniques soil types and site preparation procedures.
- 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 problemsolving 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 preemployment drug and alcohol test.
Salary: $2834/hr based on experience.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
