driller helper - surface mining

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of a senior employee, Mine Utility Person duties such as:
• Work on the Rig floor of a drilling rig for the operation of tripping pipe
• Assist the Rig Driller to assemble and disassemble the drill rig
• Assist the Driller to reposition the drill rig
• Monitoring and Operating Centrifuges for solids separation
• Monitoring Drill Rig Mud Pumps and performing Daily Checks
• Service and Monitor Solid Separation systems.
• Other site duties and tasks as required
• Conduct all duties required in a safe and efficient manner
• Successfully complete training in the following areas: confined space entry, fall protection, lockout, WHMIS, radiation
• Actively participate in weekly safety huddles

Skills and Qualifications:

• Residents of Saskatchewans North (RSN) applicants will be given preference
• Possess Grade 12 or equivalent
• Must have total three years experience working on a drilling rig and have held the position of Motorman or Derrick hand
• Some mechanical aptitude is required to understand some equipment operation, for example, pumps, valves, filters, agitators, etc.
• Experience with centrifuges, shaker systems, mud pumps, boilers and pipe handlers
• Valid Class 5 or Class 5 Northern Restricted drivers license is required
• Must have good communication skills
• Must be dependable and have the ability to work independently

Work Location & Schedule:

• McClean Lake Site
• 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
• Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside or normal working hours may be required
• This position is physically demanding
• May be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to work rotating shifts (days and nights)