Driller - Toronto, Canada - Peace River Hydro Partners

Peace River Hydro Partners

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Join a world class team that is committed to bringing clean energy to British Columbia for decades to come Located at the Site C Dam, Peace River Hydro Partners is the prime contractor on the BC Hydro Site C Clean Energy Project.

Our team consists of professionals representing over 30 different occupations. We value diversity and respect in the workplace. We need you to help us build this legacy

Reporting to the Foreman, the Driller is responsible for operating drilling equipment.

We are looking for drillers who are experienced working with Comacchio and Sandvik Ranger DX800 drills. Duties include locating, staking and drilling holes in rock and overburden and ensure all safety requirements, regulations and procedures are followed for drill activities.

Please Note:
This is a site-based position located at the Site C Dam in Fort St. John, British Columbia.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate tracked or truckmounted rotary drilling, airtrack or other drilling machines (Sandvik Ranger DX800 or Camacchio ) to bore large blast holes to specified depths at staked positions in openpit mine or quarry
Operate drilling machines to drill rock dowels or hollow bars in overburden.
Operate tracked or truckmounted drill equipped with auger or other attachment to drill holes for building foundations or pilings
Ensure all equipment is accounted for daily
Ensure sufficient supplies are gathered for the day
Maintenance and care of all assigned equipment
Complete all necessary paperwork
Active participation in all safety/tailgate meetings
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good knowledge of math principles
Must be mechanically inclined
Work well with other crew members
High regard for safety
Must be team player and must be willing to participate in company safety and production requirements
Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy
Familiarity with active construction sites
Able to pass any preaccess screening, including a Drug and Alcohol test

Experience and Qualifications

Must have previous operating experience on the Sandvik Ranger DX800 and or Camacchio drilling equipment
Valid class 5 driver's license
Minimum of 5 years' drilling experience, construction or quarry environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be physically fit and able to work in remote camp locations
Must be willing to work 12hour shifts, day and night
Physically able to work outdoors performing hard labour tasks
Must be able to work access/board equipment in areas with uneven ground or snow or softground/surface water

Job Types:
Full-time, Seasonal

Contract length: 6 months

Benefits: