Senior Driller
Drillers move, set up and operate drilling rigs and related equipment to drill holes for mineral exploration and oil and gas production.
Duties
move rigs onto site and set them up;
position drills and set angles and depths;
start and stop drills and coordinate utility workers on site;
check equipment and progress throughout operation;
operate secondary equipment, such as pumps (air and mud) and
equipment used to prevent and correct problems;
record performance details and take drill core samples;
carry out minor maintenance and repairs;
dismantle and move rig to next site.
Skills Required
- help move drilling rigs and equipment from site to site, set up in the new site and connect power cables or hoses for water and air supply
- help obtain drilling core samples
- dig and clean mud pits and drains
- mix and test drilling fluids, chemicals and grout
- assist in slotting, welding and inserting casing screens
- assist with well development and pumping tests
- operate equipment, such as pumps for air, water and mud
- use equipment and tools to correct problems in drilled holes caused by mechanical breakdowns or by harmful natural conditions
- carry out minor maintenance and repairs, including lubrication and cleaning
- clean and maintain equipment, drill and camp sites.
Salary
$80 000 - $120 000
