Hydraulic Driller

Hydraulic Drillers

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Downtown Victoria

Pay Rate: $40.07 - 47.16 per hour (based on candidate's experience level), plus 12% vacation/statutory holiday pay

About The Role

You are responsible for working with a team of other Shoring, Anchoring and Blasting professionals to operate the drilling equipment as needed on-site at projects.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide daily drilling support to the on-site team
• Responsible for daily production tracking and maintaining accurate drill logs
• Use drilling expertise to troubleshoot on-site equipment issues
• Train and mentor junior drillers and developing workers while maintaining quality control
• Ensure services are located and marked before drilling
• Assess and select appropriate tooling based on site conditions and job requirements
• Confirm site readiness, including space for equipment drop-off, layout setup, and safety compliance
• Conduct and verify pre-checks on all equipment, including drills, compressors, and grout plants
• Set up and position drill equipment with support from a Hydraulic Drilling Helper
• Ensure accurate drill alignment, including boom angle and drill positioning
• Perform Tie-Back and Blast Hole Percussion Drilling
• Perform Seismic Anchor and Micro Pile Down-The-Hole (DTH) Drilling
• Operate various rigs including Epiroc Hydraulic T40, Ranger 800, and various Down-The-Hole drills
• Attend and actively participate in all mandatory safety meetings
• Always maintain safe work practices per company safety standards

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a driller, preferably in shoring or anchor installation environments
• Proficient in hydraulic rod and cased drilling
• Strong understanding of hydraulic drifters and DTH rotary head systems
• Proficient in drilling permanent, and temporary cased holes, pipe piles, and tie-back anchors through overburden, soils, and various rock strata
• Strong understanding of DTH (down-the-hole) systems and appropriate tooling selections
• Proficient in hollow bar (IBO) and solid anchor installations
• Strong knowledge of grouting principles, including quality control documentation
• Experience operating Limited Access DTH Equipment
• Experience with basic power and construction tools
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and ground conditions on congested jobsites.
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills, and mentor junior drillers
• Strong work ethic and a safety-oriented mindset
• Fit to work: able to see, hear, walk, stand, lift to 50 lbs, and work in deep, confined spaces
• Holds a valid driver’s license and can travel within the Province of BC
• Basic computer skills: experience with electronic timesheet entry (e.g., B2W, Hard Dollar) is an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Local Residence on Southern Vancouver Island

Additional Details

This is a Unionized position with WGC - BC Regional Council of Carpenters. This position will earn Union wages and will have access to extended Union healthcare and benefits, a Union-sponsored pension plan, and additional training through the Training Plan.