Drill Rig Operator

Location: Alberta, Canada

Position Summary

Activities will include the operation of drill rigs, forklifts, loaders, dozers, skid steers, cleaning, fueling, greasing, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs to equipment.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Mobilization in setting up drill rigs: directing drill rigs, cranes and tractor trailers to project sites when needed.
• Drill Rigs include:
  • Bauer BG and RTG equipment
• Types of Drilling:
  • Drilled displacement piles
  • Continuous flight auger piles
  • Partial displacement piles
  • Double rotary drilling
  • Secant piles
  • Drilled shafts
  • Continuous Soil Mixing
• Fueling, greasing, and maintaining equipment.
• Minor mechanic skills needed (changing oil, fuel filter, and changing hydraulic hoses).
• Setting up drill areas, checking pile elevations, checking drill for plumb, and measuring offsets to confirm hole locations.
• Rigging and setting casings and rebar cages plumb and on drilled pile location.
• Operating heavy equipment forklift, skid steer etc.
• Prepare daily drilling log reports if needed.
• Perform and document daily pre-shift inspections.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with equipment managers and field managers in a manner which promotes a positive relationship.
• Willingness to travel, work extended hours, including evenings/weekends.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent. 
• A minimum of five years of equipment operating experience.
• A minimum of one year on the job training on heavy construction projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift and excavation equipment training is preferred. 
• TWIC card holder preferred.
• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.