Operated core drilling equipment for geological exploration projects.
Conducted site inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
Assisted in maintaining drilling tools and equipment for optimal performance.
Collaborated with team members to execute drilling plans efficiently.
Monitored drill performance and adjusted techniques as necessary.
Documented drilling activities and maintained accurate project records.
Trained new staff on core drilling procedures and safety protocols.
Followed detailed instructions from supervisors while operating the core drilling machine safely and efficiently.
Troubleshot mechanical problems associated with core drill machines quickly and accurately in order to minimize downtime.
Ensured that all necessary safety precautions were taken before commencing a new job site project.
Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues or problems encountered while drilling cores.
Inspected the work area prior to beginning each shift to ensure safety protocols were followed.
Performed daily safety checks on all equipment prior to use.
Maintained accurate records of drill parameters and results during each shift.
Calibrated machinery in order to maintain optimal performance levels throughout shifts.
Repaired damaged components of the drilling machinery as needed using various tools such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers.
Performed daily maintenance on drills, such as changing drill bits, cleaning and lubricating parts, checking levels of hydraulic fluid and other liquids.
Consulted with engineers and geologists on-site regarding specific project requirements related to depth, diameter, angle of hole being drilled.
Assisted with loading and unloading of equipment from trucks or trailers.
Monitored gauges on the core drilling machine to ensure correct pressure was applied when boring into different materials.
Managed inventory levels of spare parts for the core drill machines at all times.
Managed rig move and drilling operations.
Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
Oversaw all day drilling operations and delivered troubleshooting expertise.
Maintained adequate quantities of supplies and spare parts for drilling operations.
Drilled or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting and anchoring.
Observed pressure gauge and moved throttles and levers to control speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.
Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
Designed protocols for rig moving operations with focus on minimizing accident risks and equipment downtime.
Trained crews on drill work procedures and safety.
Provided quotations, managed equipment and supervised project components.
Prepared timely and accurate logs and field reports to help management make accurate decisions about ongoing operations.
Adhered to corporate and job site safety procedures to protect personnel and equipment.
Installed monitoring wells, piezometers and inclinometers to support rig operations.