Driller Assistant
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Posted on:
09-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
SCOPE OF POSITION
The Driller Assistant will support drilling operations by assisting with equipment setup maintenance and site preparation while following all safety protocols. This role involves working closely with Drillers Engineers and Technicians in a fast-paced field environment. The Driller Assistant must be adaptable safety-conscious and eager to learn with a strong work ethic and a team-oriented mindset.
OVERALL GOALS FOR POSITION
- Support the efficient completion of projects by assisting drillers with daily tasks.
- Develop hands-on experience with ConeTecs drilling equipment sampling systems and field procedures.
- Gain industry exposure and technical skills to advance within the company.
- Complete required safety and technical training to grow into a Driller role.
ROLES RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
Equipment Operation
- Assist with the setup operation and maintenance of drilling rigs sampling systems and in-situ testing equipment.
- Ensure all tools materials and equipment are prepared for daily operations.
- Support mobilization and demobilization of drilling equipment often in remote or challenging environments.
- Provide assistance to Engineers Technicians and Drillers as required
Health & Safety
- Follow ConeTecs safety procedures and protocols at all times.
- Participate in daily safety meetings and job hazard assessments before beginning work.
- Immediately report safety incidents hazards or near misses to the Supervisor or HSE Officer.
- Wear and maintain all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Other General Responsibilities
- Communicate with the Supervisor or Project Manager regarding equipment issues or site observations.
- Assist with basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance.
- Support general site cleanup and shop functions as needed.
SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- Completion of relevant vocational training or technical courses in drilling construction geotechnics or heavy equipment operation is an asset.
Experience Requirements
- Experience in drilling construction mining or heavy equipment operation is an asset.
- Ability to handle physically demanding tasks including lifting heavy materials (up to 50 lbs.) working in various weather conditions and navigating uneven terrain.
- A valid drivers license with a clean driving record is required.
Technical Skill Requirements
- Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting moving heavy materials up to 50 lbs. climbing crawling as well as walking on uneven ground working long hours in all weather conditions.
- Basic mechanical skills and the ability to perform minor maintenance on equipment.
- Willingness to complete on-the-job training and safety certifications.
Soft skill requirements:
- Must possess strong work ethic and represent the company in a professional manner.
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Must be responsible and work well independently or in a team setting with minimal supervision.
- Must enjoy performing a wide variety of duties and be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks and identify problems and provide potential solutions.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changes in business processes goals and priorities.
- Ability to take direction and feedback from senior contemporary and junior staff.
As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees and due to the requirement that employees be able to safely complete the tasks associated with this job position a successful candidate may be required to take a pre-employment fit for duty test including a drug and alcohol testing and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.
ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Key Skills
- Hand Tools
- Construction Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tanker Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Commercial Driving
- OSHA
- Heavy Lifting
- Horizontal Drilling
- CPT Coding
- Excavator
- Network Architecture
About Company
With offices throughout North and South America, Australia, South Africa, and United Kingdom, we offer high-quality geotechnical, environmental, and marine site investigations worldwide.
