Posted 5 months ago
Experienced Drill Assistant
@ ConeTec Group
Prince George, British Columbia
Overview
Geotech Drilling, a member of the ConeTec Group, is hiring a temporary Experienced Drill Assistant for exploration and geotechnical drilling in western Canada. The role supports the driller with tooling, rods, casing and core samples, often in remote field conditions. The posting states pay of $24 to $29 per hour and lists health and insurance benefits and a retirement savings plan.
Pay:
$24–$29 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and supply the driller with tooling and materials
- Handle drill rods, casing, core tubes and core samples
- Maintain inventory for the rig and support vehicles
- Assist the driller, clients and team members
- Perform regular lifts of 50-90 lbs
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 1 year drilling industry experience
- Proven helicopter-supported operations experience
- Class 5 or 7(N) driver's licence
- Mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment
- Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test and project safety courses
- Field experience in remote and varied weather
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | General labour |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 90 lb · computer none |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Education | High school (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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ConeTec Group
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Full company description
ConeTec is a full-service geotechnical, geoenvironmental, and mining site investigation contractor. We provide geophysics, CPTu, in-situ testing, drilling, instrumentation, and final data reporting and analysis services. ConeTec has the largest fleet of modern, purpose built deployment equipment in the industry. All field investigations are performed by specially trained personnel and supported by experienced site investigation professionals in order to provide the highest quality site investigation. Our team of experts are dedicated to safe, quality, and efficient site investigations using the best people and equipment.
- LinkedIn followers
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- Reported office locations
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- Business categories
- Civil Engineering
- Other recorded names
- ConeTec Group
- Specialties
- Cone Penetration Testing
- In-situ Testing
- Drilling and Sampling
- Geophysical Testing
- Data Management
- and Instrumentation and Monitoring
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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ConeTec is a full-service geotechnical, geoenvironmental, and mining site investigation contractor. We provide geophysics, CPTu, in-situ testing, drilling, instrumentation, and final data reporting and analysis services. ConeTec has the largest fleet of modern, purpose built deployment equipment in the industry. All field investigations are performed by specially trained personnel and supported by experienced site…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Civil Engineering |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Cone Penetration TestingIn-situ TestingDrilling and SamplingGeophysical TestingData Managementand Instrumentation and Monitoring |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 32 |
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Company: Geotech Drilling
- A proud member of the ConeTec Group
Company Background and Culture
Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in Prince George, with offices in Vernon, Surrey, BC, Airdrie, and Leduc, AB. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage project pipeline.
Geotech owns and operates state-of-the-art drilling equipment throughout western Canada. We are one of Canada's largest geotechnical, environmental and exploration drilling companies, with a fleet of over 70 site investigation platforms.
Geotech Drilling has joined ConeTec. As part of our integrated team, you'll harness the collective expertise, expanded resources, and cutting-edge testing capabilities that come with this exciting merger. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of geotechnical drilling with us
Exploration and Geotechnical Drill Assistant
We're seeking Drill Assistants with a minimum of 1 year of experience. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to contribute to our team's success, then this opportunity is for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Continuously prepare and supply the driller with tooling and materials necessary to maintain the drilling operations.
- Handle drill rods and casing, core tubes and core samples.
- Maintain and organize appropriate inventory levels of necessary materials, supplies and tooling for the drill rig and support vehicles.
- Assist the Driller, client and other team members where required.
- Regular and repetitive lifts of 50-90 lbs.
Professional Experience / Qualifications
- Must have 1 or more years experience in the drilling industry.
- Must have proven experience in helicopter supported operations.
- Must have a class 5 or 7(N) Driver's License.
- Have the mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment.
- Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
- Complete and pass project specific safety courses.
- Have experience working in the field, in remote and/or varied weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Compensation
$24- $29 per hour
At Geotech, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development and education.
In addition, our compensation benefit package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, Health and Insurance benefit program, and Retirement Savings Plan.
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