Drillers Assistant

About the position

The Driller's Assistant at Timberline Drilling Inc. plays a crucial role in supporting exploration core drilling services for surface and underground mining operations across the nation, including Alaska. This entry-level position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for motivated individuals to advance their careers in the drilling industry. The role requires a commitment to long hours and travel, with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist core drill operator in setting up and operating drilling equipment to obtain core samples.
• Move drills, supplies, and equipment.
• Set up drills, build drill decks and other structures.
• Move and carry steel drill rods, core tubes, and casing.
• Transfer core samples from core tubes to core boxes.
• Label core samples indicating area and depth from which sample was obtained.
• Mix drill-mud.
• Maintain, repair and clean equipment.
• Keep work area safe, clean, and free of obstacles.
• Maintain water lines and supply pumps.
• Use hand and power tools.
• Operate vehicles and equipment including water trucks, tractors, and forklifts.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Able to read, write, and communicate clearly to others.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Required to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Required to climb ladders and climb on equipment.
• Regularly required to work 12-hour shifts (day and night shifts) for up to 20 days at a time.
• Required to work in extremely hot or cold environments, and extremely wet conditions.
• Required to travel for multi-day assignments away from home.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass the pre-employment drug screen.
• Must live in the USA and be authorized to work in the USA.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Scales (DOE)
• Overtime Pay
• Production / Footage Bonuses
• Safety Bonuses
• Year End Bonuses
• Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Travel Expenses
• Per Diem Incentive
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance