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** Location : We have Cutter / Assistant Driller openings in Quebec, Yukon and Newfoundland & Labrador **

**The Job**

Working as part of the Exploration Drill Team, in close collaboration with the Driller, Assistant Drillers / Samplers and the Drill Support Team, the Cutter / Assistant Driller is primarily responsible for cutting in and clearing new lines and drill pads ahead of the drill in the safe operating manner. They will also be responsible for the daily maintenance of all chainsaw equipment and any other machinery related to the GT Drill Program as needed.

The Cutter / Assistant Driller will also be required to assist any member of the drill crew as and when needed.

**Employment Type: Seasonal Full-Time**

**Safety**:

- Required to wear and maintain all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe worksite.
- Responsible to work competently, safely and professionally at all times - in the field, in camp
- and in transit.
- Attend and contribute in daily crew safety meetings, after shift debriefs, as well as all camp safety meetings and knowing and understanding Emergency Response Plans (ERP).

**Work and Camp Living Environment**

Drill teams require individuals to work and live in close quarters to one another for 28 days at a time, working 12-hour days (project dependent). Accommodations are generally wall-tent or a similar structure with a cook, shower, wireless internet and all other camp elements. Camps are set up in remote locations, in close proximity to where GroundTruth is performing the drilling. Travel to job locations can be a variety of methods such as ATV, truck, helicopter, boat, snowmobile, and walking.
- Are a competent and safe chainsaw operator
- Comfortable working alone and with a team
- Able to or plan to obtain First Aid Certification CPR Level C & AED *this is a requirement of employment
- Have a mechanical background
- Are physically fit and capable of performing repetitive tasks
- You have an excellent attitude; a don’t-give-up mentality; and thrive on challenging yourself physically and mentally.
- You have a sense of adventure, enjoy working and living outdoors in a remote environment and rustic conditions.
- Chainsaw Safety Certification will be considered an asset
- Basic welding knowledge / experience will be considered an asset

**Direct reports**

The Cutter / Assistant Driller will report to the Driller on site and/ or the Foreman.

**Location**:Quebec, Yukon, Newfoundland & Labrador

**Schedule**:28 days on / 14 days off from May to October (Seasonal)

**Why work for GroundTruth?**
- We offer competitive wages
- All meals and accommodations are covered
- Travel expenses to job site are paid

**We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.