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Great Plains Drilling Ltd, based out of Cudworth SK, is currently accepting resumes for Seismic Drillers who are available to start work for the 2022 fall/winter season.
Drillers are responsible for drilling shotholes, keeping drill in safe working order, mentoring helpers and the day to day operation of seismic drilling, experience as a Seismic Driller is preferred.
We welcome applications from individuals who are hard working, competent, show dedication to our HSEC program, physically able to perform manual work in extreme temperatures, work long hours and be away from home for a period of time.
Applicant's must possess a valid driver's license, First Aid and Seismic Blaster Certificate. Training in TDG, WHMIS and H2S would also be considered an asset. Must be able to obtain a criminal record check, to handle explosives. Working in a highly safety sensitive job you are required to pass a Drug and Alcohol test.
Accommodations and hotshot is provided.
Great Plains Drilling provides Employee Benefits, opportunity for advancement and annual bonuses based on performance and dedication to the organization's policies and procedures.
Blaster Specific Skills
- Load explosives in blast holes
- Handle, store and transport explosives according to regulations
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Provincial blasting licence
Additional Skills
- Read instructions or diagrams
- Ensure that safety procedures are observed
Driller Specific Skills
- Operate drilling machines