General Laborer -5th Person

Geotech Drilling Services 

Company Background and Culture

Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in British Columbia, Canada. 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 North America. 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. ConeTec is an international full-service geo-environmental and geotechnical site characterization contractor. We offer clients superior project management and site investigation services across the globe, with a large presence in the Americas and Australia. ConeTec is known in the industry as a great place to work. We commit to all employees that we will provide a respectful, positive, and enriching work environment. We want you to look forward to going to work every day. We reward and recognize staff for exceptional contributions to the company. Our success is a direct result of the people who work here.

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

5th Person

The 5th Person works alongside a drill team as their support, and ensure that all equipment and resources operate safely and efficiently. This position primarily involves manual labour, supplemented by the operation of equipment when needed. 

Key Responsibilities

Load and unload equipment.

Prepare work sites and maintain cleanliness.

Drive, operate, refuel and wash Geotech equipment, including trucks, support vehicles, generators, pumps, and hand tools.

Continuously prepare and supply the driller and drill assistant with tooling and materials necessary to maintain the drilling operations.

Assist in collecting samples or other tasks relevant to the operation of a drilling program.

Handle drill rods and casing, core tubes and core samples.

Maintain a water source (if required for the project).

Mix drill mud.

Load and unload materials, supplies, and tooling before and after projects.

Set up materials at the job site in a safe, designated area.

Housekeeping and other duties as assigned by the Drill Supervisor.

Work with little or no supervision.

Adhere to safety protocols at all times.

Professional Experience / Qualifications

Must have valid Class 5 or higher Driver's Licence 

Must have at least one year of experience operating loaders and other machinery for site operations.

3+ years' experience in mining or construction.

Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly. 

Ability to prioritize and accomplish tasks in a timely manner.

Experience working around helicopters.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Strong problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work independently with limited guidance.

Familiarity with various drilling techniques and equipment, including tooling and inventory, is a strong asset.

Standard First Aid (will provide if needed)

Ability to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Compensation

Competitive base rate + meter bonus.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, and due to the requirement, that employees be able to safely complete the tasks associated with this job position, a successful candidate may be required to take a pre-employment fit for duty test, including a drug and alcohol testing, and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.

ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law