Foundations Driller

**Who We Are**:
Since 1986 Double Star Drilling's expertise includes a range of services such as project & constructability consultation, large & small foundation piling, shoring & excavation, tieback anchors, static & dynamic pile load testing, ground improvement and void grouting. Dedicated to delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions, we excel in tackling projects of any size and complexity.

**The Role**:
**Compensation & Benefits**
- _**Competitive Compensation**:_ An hourly wage package that reflects your experience and leadership. Negotiable, based on experience.
- _**Comprehensive Benefits**:_ Including Extended Health, Dental, Travel, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage. Health Spending Account (HSA), Employee Wellness Program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Benefit costs are shared between the employee and the company 50/50.
- _**Retirement Savings**:_ Company-matched RRSP plan to support your long-term financial goals.
- _**Lifestyles Incentive Program**:_ After 30 days with the Company, sign up for random drug and alcohol testing while at work and receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
- _**Tools for Success**:_Company-provided vehicle, mobile phone, and computer or tablet.
- _**Supportive Work Environment**:_Join a team that values collaboration, safety, and respect.
- _**Career Development**:_ Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, outside training, and advancement.

**Responsibilities/Job Duties**:

- Operate foundation drill rigs on various projects.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of all active foundation piling and temporary shoring projects in Saskatchewan.
- Prioritize, champion, and enforce safety by ensuring daily toolbox talks and FLHAs are completed accurately and consistently to Company standards.
- Ensure equipment fleet is maintained and repaired as per manufacturer specifications in a timely manner that does not negatively impact project schedules.
- Coordinate and allocate manpower and equipment with periodic collaboration with operations teams in other regions.
- Mentor and guide drilling staff; support their growth and adherence to safety and performance standards.
- Ensure compliance with Company safety protocols and regional Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) regulations.
- Participate in employee performance reviews and support decisions related to wage adjustments.
- Track project timelines, schedules, and budgets to help keep projects on course.
- Responsible for the hiring and termination of project specific employees
- Responsible for evaluating performance, conflict resolution, disciplinary action and providing feedback
- Occasionally work evenings and weekends, days, nights, etc. depending on project demands.

**Education/Qualifications/Training**:

- Minimum of 5 years' operating foundation rigs
- 5+ years of foundation and/or heavy construction supervisory experience required.
- Experience with CFA (Continuous Flight Auger) and CIP (Cast in Place) drilling, micro piles, shoring walls, lagging, anchors, shotcrete, horizontal and vertical drilling.
- Class 3 driver's License strongly preferred.
- Skid Steer experience required.
- Trade ticket would be considered an asset.
- Fluent in English, oral and written.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in both verbal and written communication.
- Sound understanding of construction safety regulations and practices.
- Physically fit - must perform hands-on site work, including use of manual tools
- Comfortable working in varying weather conditions and physical environments.
- Proficient with digital tools including smartphones, tablets, and computers.
- Clean driving history with submittal of driver’s abstract is required.

**Specific Training Requirements**:

- Leadership for Safety Excellence is preferred.
- Class 3 driver's license preferred with airbrakes.
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) required.
- WHMIS 2015 required.
- Ground Disturbance Level II required.
- Fall protection is preferred.
- Confined space monitoring & entry is an asset.
- Occupational health and safety committee training is an asset.
- Aerial work platform is an asset
- Hazard recognition and mitigation experience required.
- Material handling experience required.
- Welding safety experience required.
- Personal protective equipment experience required.
- Mobile equipment experience required.

**Working Conditions**:

- Frequent driving and walking on uneven terrain for job site evaluations.
- Climbing in and out of equipment to perform inspections as per company policy.
- Regular exposure to changing weather conditions and temperatures.
- Occasional extended periods of sitting or driving; exposure to equipment vibration.
- High usage of phone and computer for communication and documentation.
- Completion of detailed work order and project-related forms.

Pay: $42.00-$48.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Dental care
- Extende