Geotechnical/Environmental Driller and Assistant

Greater Sudbury & Ottawa, Ontario

Why Choose Marathon Underground ?

Safety-focused Work Environment

Safety is our number one priority. We assure you a positive and safety-oriented work environment.

Competitive industry salaries


We recognize the value of your work by offering competitive salaries that reflect your expertise and commitment.

Complete Social Benefits


Enjoy comprehensive health and dental programs, disability insurance, sick days and a competitive vacation quota.

In-depth training programs


We invest in the professional development of our employees with extensive training programs to drive continued growth.

Professional growth opportunities


As a member of the Marathon family, you will have access to exciting professional growth opportunities.

Membership of LIUNA and IUOE


Marathon is a proud member of LIUNA and the International Union of Operating Engineers, demonstrating our commitment to high ethical standards.

Job Description

Full Time - Permanent

Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour;

100% pension contribution of $7 per hour and travel allowance

Marathon Underground Constructors Corp is a people focused geotechnical & environmental drilling solution provider. We are focused on the needs of our clients and more importantly the needs of our employees. We are always looking for competent and experienced geotechnical drillers and driller assistants. Perhaps one of the below situations describes you?

  • I want to retire (even early) with financial security

  • I have a family or want to start a family

  • I want buy a house and live life to the fullest today, with my employer taking care of my future

  • My family has ongoing medical needs and my children need braces

You work hard and you have the right to be compensated well for that. The job can be challenging, sometimes require long hours and travel, and in difficult conditions. We understand and respect this and that is why we invest heavily in our people

We offer

  • A comprehensive pension plan and it’s a great pension plan. You will not have to invest outside of it today if you do not want to. You are free to spend your wages and enjoy life today without concern about your financial future.

  • A “diamond studded” benefit package for now (and in retirement)

  • 100% prescription drug coverage with an annual maximum that will cover even the most serious medical conditions for you and your family.

  • A dental plan that includes everything that families need

  • Mental Health and Wellness benefits to ensure you take care of yourself. Deal with stress, financial counseling, nutrition and more.

  • Benefit coverage that includes physiotherapy, massage, vision care & orthotics so that you can maintain your own quality of life.

Qualifications

(Driller)

  • 1-3 years experience with vertical drilling operations, experience with CME55/75/850 or equivalent

  • Experience with Diedrich D50/D70

  • Confident operating and maintaining Geo-technical drill rigs

  • Employing rock coring, mud rotary, and auger drilling techniques

  • Developing and maintaining boring logs and daily reports

  • Well Drilling License is considered strong asset

  • DZ/AZ license and a clean drivers abstract is considered a strong asset.

  • A valid driver’s license is required for all positions

  • Ability to work evenings, weekends and shift work as required

  • Job sites are outside and operate year-round. Must be willing to work in all weather conditions

  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds frequently throughout the day

Qualifications

(Driller's Assistant)

  • Minimum of 1-year experience with drilling operations and 1-year general construction experience

  • Collecting disturbed and undisturbed soil samples and rock samples and data at various depth intervals

  • Recording basic material descriptions, depth of material, changes, water level measurements and results of down-hole tests

  • DZ/AZ license and a clean drivers abstract is considered a strong asset.

  • A valid driver’s license is required for all positions

  • Ability to work evenings, weekends and shift work as required

  • Job sites are outside and operate year-round. Must be willing to work in all weather conditions

  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds frequently throughout the day

Marathon Underground Constructors Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the selection process.

Marathon Underground - Where excellence meets opportunity.

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