Ice Profiling Technician

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, Calgary, and Leduc, AB. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage projects 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

Ice Profiling Technician – Geotech Ekutak

Location: Hope Bay Project - Nunavut (Field-based)

Schedule: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation

About the Role

Join Geotech Ekutak as an Ice Profiling Technician and support our drilling operations during winter projects. This role involves measuring ice thickness at drill sites, recording data, and assisting with shop and warehouse tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Attend morning meeting/toolbox talk.

Prepare ice profiling equipment, including tape measure, hand drill with 2-inch auger, spare batteries, and ice profiling sheets.

Drive to Patch Lake (approximately 9 km).

Arrive at designated drill location on the ice pad.

Drill through ice using a cordless hand drill with a 2-inch auger.

Measure ice thickness and freeboard using a dip tape measure.

Complete measurements at five locations per drill pad and record data accurately on the ice profiling sheet.

Deliver small parts to drill sites when convenient.

Note: This process may take up to 5 hours (6–7 drill pads).

Secondary Responsibilities

·       Assist with small projects as needed.

·       Support warehouse operations by counting and organizing inventory.

·       Help mechanics with general cleanup tasks.

What We’re Looking For

·       Ability to work outdoors in challenging weather conditions.

·       Valid driver’s license.

·       Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks.

·       Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.

·       Willingness to work extended hours during rotation.

Schedule & Conditions

·       Rotation: 3 weeks on-site, 3 weeks off.

·       12-hour shifts starting at 6:00 AM.

·       Travel and accommodations provided during rotation.

Why Join Geotech Ekutak?

·       Competitive compensation.

·       Training and growth opportunities.

·       Work with a leading exploration drilling team.

Compensation

 $25.50 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

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.