What are the responsibilities and job description for the US Surface Driller position at Major Drilling?
The Driller is responsible for the recovery and presentation of accurate samples through safe, cost effective, and professional practices in order that client expectations are met or exceeded. The Driller is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the duties and tasks outlined within this specification are undertaken in accordance with Major Drilling policies, procedures, and practices.
Position Requirements:
- Minimum 2-year experience as a driller operator.
- Must commit to working safely and ensuring the safety of co-workers.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Consistently apply sound drilling practices and techniques.
- Fully understand the terms of the drilling program to ensure successful project completion.
- Be able to train and supervise one or more employees in the proper care of equipment as well as correct and safe work procedures.
- Have a current, registered driver’s license without major infractions in the last three years.
- Be physically fit and able to pass a fit for duty test.
- Be able to pass a pre-hire drug test.
- Have a preference for working outdoors and be able to adapt to a nomadic lifestyle.
- Be compatible and able to communicate with other people in a small team environment.
- Be able to work 12-hour shifts (day or night) in various climatic conditions for extended periods of time.
- Be able to complete your scheduled work rotation unless approved by management
- Have a mechanical background and aptitude, with skills in operating and maintaining machinery.
- Prepare paperwork including daily reports of drilling activities and equipment & site inspections.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Schedule includes:
14 &7 / 20 &10 / 28 &14