Diamond Driller Assistant

Hiring Company

Major Drilling Group International Inc.

Diamond Driller Assistant

Seasonal Full-time, 10 months per year / 10 available positions.

Do you want to work for one of the largest drilling companies internationally, supplying services to the mining and geological exploration industries?

• Assist Driller with all rod tripping operations.
• Ensure necessary equipment is clean, serviceable, and readily available when required, including inner tube/hammer assemblies.
• Empty sample into core trays/sample bags.
• Ensure samples are clean, well-presented and correctly marked.
• Monitor fuel status and maintain fuel/oil level requirements of the drilling rig and associated ancillary equipment, including water pumps, heaters, and lighting plants.
• Ensure adequate and correct grades of lubricating compounds are always available at the rig.
• Consistently pursue performance and high-quality work by executing tasks effectively in a manner that will not endanger self or others, or the environment.
• Perform assigned duties following all applicable legislation, company policies and safe work procedures.
• Positively influence activities of a safe, productive, and cost-efficient diamond drill operation.
• Complete within capabilities, limited mechanical maintenance of rig and ancillary down hole equipment.

• Effective communication and mathematical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment, while working together to meet organizational goals.
• Able to work long hours and shift work for extended periods (10-12 hrs/day, alternating days and nights, camp setting, rotations).
• Physically fit, capable of heavy lifting and repetitive tasks.
• Valid driver’s licence and clear driver’s abstract considered an asset.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol and fit for duty test.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Valid First Aid CPR C certificate.

Applicants must also possess a work history that highlights the following combination of skills and experience. On-the-job training is provided. Previous experience in the diamond drill industry is an asset. Preferred candidates will be self‑motivated, have strong communication and problem‑solving skills, be well‑organized, work well with others and be interested in making a change.

$24.00 - $28.00

Medical benefits, dental benefits, vision care benefits. Travel expenses paid. Staff accommodation and meals are provided.

Applicants will be employed in one of the locations listed below and may be required to work in several different locations.

25 Durum Dr. Centreport, Manitoba, R4B-0A6.

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