Driller

Lead geotechnical and environmental drilling projects by operating and maintaining drilling equipment, overseeing field operations, and ensuring the safe and efficient completion of drilling activities. Work independently and alongside drilling crews in a hands-on environment while applying technical expertise to support a wide array of projects.

• Operate and maintain drilling equipment to complete geotechnical and environmental drilling programs safely and efficiently.
• Conduct geotechnical and environmental drilling activities, including soil and rock sampling, groundwater monitoring well installation, and related field investigations.
• Lead drilling operations, including equipment mobilization, site setup, drilling activities, and demobilization.
• Supervise and provide direction to Driller Helpers, ensuring drilling activities are completed safely and in accordance with project requirements.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to maintain equipment reliability and performance.
• Coordinate the loading, unloading, and transportation of drilling equipment, tools, materials, and supplies to and from project sites.
• Complete accurate field documentation, including drilling logs, equipment inspections, daily reports, and sample records.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures, ensuring safe work practices are maintained throughout drilling operations.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, reliable, and enjoys working outdoors. Previous experience operating geotechnical or environmental drilling equipment, with a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant drilling experience preferred. Experience with drilling methods such as hollow-stem augering, solid-stem augering, mud rotary, and rock coring considered an asset. Candidate should possess knowledge of soil and rock sampling procedures, borehole advancement, and groundwater monitoring well installation.

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on drilling equipment is required as well as a demonstrated ability to lead drilling crews, coordinate field activities, and maintain safe and productive work environments. Valid class G driver’s licence with a clean driving record; DZ or AZ license considered an asset. This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions and challenging terrain

This position is classified as full-time. Rate of pay will be commensurate with related experience and qualifications. TBT Engineering provides health and dental benefits, group retirement savings programs, robust personal paid time off policies, wellness incentives, workwear and clothing allowances and competitive salaries!

TBT Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.