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Driller (mineral exploration / Reverse Circulation / RC) – Nevada

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The job in short

Mineral exploration reverse circulation drilling.

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Found
26 d ago · posted 2025-09-25
Location as listed
Reno, Nevada, United States
Role
Exploration Driller
Source
The company’s own careers site

Full description

We are seeking an experienced RC Driller to join our client's operations team in Nevada and support high-quality mineral exploration projects. The Driller will operate and maintain Reverse Circulation (RC) rigs to efficiently recover samples for resource definition, ensuring safety, productivity, and client-focused outcomes. This role is ideal for a professional experienced in U.S. mineral exploration campaigns. Key Responsibilities: Primary Duties (≈85% of time): Operate RC drilling rigs for mineral exploration, managing hole advancement (typically 4–8 inch diameter) in various rock formations. Ensure consistent sample recovery, handling splitters, and maintaining sample integrity for geological analysis. Execute operational plans in coordination with project geologists and engineers. Maintain safety, productivity, and environmental best practices on-site. Identify anomalies or equipment issues and report promptly. Supportive Tasks (≈15% of time): Conduct daily equipment inspections and safety rounds (5%). Perform preventive maintenance: greasing, fluid changes, minor repairs (5%). Install and manage cyclone splitters or sample collection systems (5%). Communicate with crew regarding sample recovery, hole depth, and equipment status (5%). Requirements Drilling certification or equivalent trade qualification. Minimum 5 years’ experience in drilling, with significant RC drilling exposure in mineral exploration. Knowledge of typical mining exploration targets (gold, lithium, copper, etc.). Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work outdoors in remote locations, often for extended periods. Safety-conscious, with a proven record of compliance with mining and environmental standards. Preferred: Experience with dual-tube RC systems and wireline-assisted recovery. Familiarity with U.S. mineral exploration regulatory requirements and MSHA safety standards. Knowledge of Nevada geology Benefits Competitive hourly rate to be agreed and attractive benefits package.

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