Diamond Drillers & Helpers - Surface Fly Diamond Drilling

FORACO CANADA Ltd., an international drilling company servicing the Canadian mineral exploration market, is currently accepting resumes for experienced Diamond Drillers and Helpers to work on Helicopter supported fly jobs, requiring strong technical ability, safety awareness, and teamwork.

Wages and Benefits:

Driller rate of 36.00 to $40.00 per hour plus applicable overtime
Helper rate of $27.00 to $30.00 per hour plus applicable overtime
Extensive Family Health Care plan (dental, vision, life insurance and extended healthcare)
Paid travel time
Safe Performance Bonus Program
Employee referral program
Duties and Responsibilities:

Drillers are responsible to safely operate specialized mechanical or electronic equipment, tools or instruments to provide services in conjunction with specific drilling projects. Some of the specific tasks will include but are not limited to the following:

Operate and maintain diamond drilling equipment safely and efficiently
Execute drilling programs to meet production and safety targets
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of drill rigs and support equipment
Work effectively in helicopter-supported, remote job sites
Ensure all safety, environmental, and company policies are followed
Complete accurate drilling reports and documentation
Collaborate with crew members and supervisors to maintain productivity
Helpers are responsible to assist in the safe operation of surface or underground mechanical or electronic equipment, tools or instruments to provide services in conjunction with specific drilling projects. Some of the specific tasks will include but are not limited to the following:

Complete a pre-operational checklist for the pump at the start of every shift
Assist the operator in the lowering and pulling of drill rods
Prepare core recovered during shift for delivery to the client ensuring that it well-placed, labeled and uncontaminated
Prepare core tube assemblies between runs
Assist with moves, set-ups and tear-downs of drill set-ups
Clean and store equipment, tools, spare-parts and materials in its proper place
Keep a neat and orderly worksite, free of garbage and tripping hazards
Valid Training Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of diamond drilling experience - helicopter-supported (heli-portable) drilling operations
Minimum 2 years of diamond drilling helper experience – helicopter-supported (heli-portable) drilling operation
Valid certifications (First Aid, WHMIS, Working at Heights, Isolation Theory training, etc. – or as required)
Surface and/or Underground Diamond Drilling Common Core (or equivalent)
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in remote locations under demanding conditions
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
Physically fit and capable of handling labor-intensive work
Other Requirements:

Valid Driver’s License
Pre-Access Medical, Drug and Alcohol Testing
Criminal Record Check
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Extended health care
Work Location: In person