Job Opportunities

Company Background and Culture

Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in Prince George, Vernon, Delta and Grande Prairie. Our strategy is to grow our company through developing our pipeline of high-quality advanced-stage projects.

Geotech owns and operates state-of-the-art drilling equipment throughout western Canada. Geotech is one of the larger exploration and geotechnical Drilling companies in Canada, with a fleet of over 60 rigs/platforms. One of the large advantages Geotech has over its competition are the long-term contracts in place throughout Western Canada. In addition to the long-term contracts, Geotech also has various other Geotechnical, Exploration & CPT work throughout the Territories & Western Canada.

Alongside the activities underway throughout Canada, Geotech continues to commit to professional development, partaking in a variety Geotechnical & Mining conferences to ensure our employees have the knowledge to maintain our place as a leader in the industry. For more information on Geotech, visit our website at https://www.geotechdrilling.com.

Recently, 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 drilling with us!

Role

Geotech Drilling is looking for an experienced HD Field Mechanic to work on rotation at our long-standing programs. Competitive wages and benefits are offered. This dynamic position will support our operations involving a variety of exploration drilling equipment. The successful candidate will lead all repairs, including diagnostics on support equipment. Geotech covers all travel and camp costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Disassemble and reassemble components such as engines, transmissions, cooling systems, fuel and exhaust systems, breaks, clutches, differentials, hydraulics, electrical systems and lubrication systems
• Inspect and test to detect faults and malfunctions in drill units, diesel compressors, hydraulic support equipment, high pressure water pumps
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Perform duties that range from routine preventative maintenance to repairing major breakdowns, including troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Contributing to the development of apprentices and working as part of a team to accomplish maintenance goals and targets.
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Professional Experience / Qualifications

• 5 + years of experience with industrial heavy equipment including hydraulic equipment, diesel engines and compressors, high-pressure water pumps, drill units, diesel trucks, crawlers, and pumps
• Ability to diligently organize work, make decisions, and set priorities
• Valid driver’s license
• Previous experience working on drilling equipment is an asset.

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have Interprovincial trade qualifications in Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics (Red Seal Certification).

Compensation

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.

Company Background and Culture

Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in Prince George, with offices in Vernon, Delta, and Grande Prairie, 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 60 site investigation platforms.

Recently, 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor instruments such as pressure gauges, feed or weight indicators as well as observe the volume, colour and consistency of the returns from the hole.
• Employ various sampling techniques according to project and client requirements.
• Record keeping as required/requested by the client and or Company.
• Operate and troubleshoot drill and ancillary equipment, including, but not limited to; trucks, support vehicles, pumps, heaters, compressors, mud re-circulation systems, etc.
• Supervise Drill Assistant and the drill crew to ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Ensure Driller Assistant maintains and organizes equipment, supplies and tooling for the drill rig and support vehicles.

Professional Experience / Qualifications

• Must maintain and possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Have 3-5 years experience in geotechnical or environmental drilling.
• Have the mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment.
• Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Compensation

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, education, and succession plan programs.

In addition, our compensation benefit package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, Health and Insurance benefit program, and Retirement Savings Plan.