Posted August 06, 2026
Driller Assistant – Surface Mining
Duration
Permanent
Job Level
N/A
Intended job posting audience
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.
Employer: Kluane Drilling Ltd.
Position: Driller Assistant
Locations of Work: Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Experience and skills:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a drill helper.
- Physically fit for physically demanding work: able to lift at least 50 lbs., for 12-hour shifts.
- Able to work in remote camps for up to 28 days, following with 1 week off.
- Honest and reliable with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.
Security and Safety: Drug test- Zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol; must be able to pass random drug and alcohol tests.
Certification Requirement:
- Current and valid Standard First Aid with CPR.
- WHMIS Certificate valid.
- A valid driver's license (at least 2 years of experience driving) with a clean driving record.
Wage and Benefits:
- $28/hr, plus overtime, and footage bonus
- High season wage rate $31/hr, plus overtime and footage bonuses (June to September).
- No retention bonuses.
- Extra bonuses per referral.
- Free accommodation and meals
- Training on our drills and opportunities to progress to driller
- A safe and healthy work environment with the opportunity for Joint
- Health and Safety Committee participation and training
- Currently we offer year-round work (might change due to weather and/or project status)
Locations of Work: Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Apply by email: [email protected]
Apply only if you are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or are legally able to work in Canada.
