Driller, Drilling

Temporary

This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications year-round and review them on a rolling basis as new opportunities become available.

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Brice Civil Constructors takes on large-scale heavy civil construction projects that communities depend on. From earthen dams and bridges to airfields and water systems, you'll be part of a team that streamlines complex projects through self-performed construction and local hiring. Our team excels at federal, state, and municipal projects that require specialized expertise in remote logistics and harsh weather construction techniques, providing you with experience that few other companies can match. You'll grow your skills while building critical systems that stand the test of time.

Brice Civil is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

As the Core Driller, you will work onsite in Alaska and will be responsible for operating drilling equipment to extract core samples from the earth for geological, environmental, or mining studies. The position requires working in various conditions, including remote locations, and ensuring safe and efficient drilling operations. You will work closely with a drilling team to complete drilling tasks, maintain equipment, and record drilling data accurately. You will perform core drilling services for a seasonal mineral exploration project. This is a temporary position with an anticipated duration of approximately 5 to 8 months.

Operate and maintain core drilling rigs to collect high-quality core samples for mineral exploration, adhering to project specifications and drilling targets.

Safely recover and store core samples, ensuring proper labeling, documentation, and organization according to designated depths and project standards.

Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on drilling equipment to ensure optimal performance, minimizing downtime and mechanical failures.

Assist in setting up and mobilizing the drilling rig at the exploration site, ensuring proper placement, safety measures, and compliance with environmental standards.

Mobilize in setting up drill sites.

Properly manage and dispose of drilling fluids and waste materials in accordance with environmental guidelines and company policies.

Prepare daily reports of all drilling activities.

Perform and document daily pre-shift inspections.

Perform and document maintenance and repairs on company equipment and vehicles.

Ensure compliance with all company policies and safety protocols while working on‑site.

Perform physically demanding work for extended hours in various conditions to complete drilling projects.

Follow directives from Project Management team, with the sense of duty to take initiative and always remain productive at work while on the job site.

This position may supervise drilling assistants.

Solid understanding of core drilling methods, equipment, and geological sampling techniques.

Ability to operate drilling equipment safely and effectively. Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues during drilling operations.

Basic knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in the construction field.

Basic knowledge of drilling mud fluid and the nature of core drilling.

Complete knowledge of mechanics related to drill rigs, diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

Ability to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisor(s), pay high attention to detail, follow work rules, and adhere to project schedule.

ability to work with or without direct supervision.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, regulations, instruction manuals, and specifications.

Must be available for the full duration of the seasonal project, which may last several months.

Ability to travel to remote places for work‑related purposes (up to 100% of the time) and remain on the project site for 14 to 30 days at a time.

Ability to communicate with employees working on the drill site.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

One (1) year of previous experience as a Core Driller, ideally in mineral exploration or related industries required.

Technical training in drilling or geology is a plus.

Experience working in remote or seasonal environments is preferred.

Brice Civil Constructors has a fast‑paced multi‑tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. At times, work is performed outside of the office at indoor and outdoor job sites. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate field support or bid processing may be necessary. Operate a core drilling rig 12-14 hours per day, working shifts where you will remain at the project site in remote locations and adverse weather conditions for periods.

Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums. Dental and Vision Insurance. Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

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