Assistant Drilling Rig Jobs in New Mexico (NOW HIRING)

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

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. 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. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Brice Civil Constructors do?

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.

What can you expect?

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.

How will you do it?

• 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 jobsite.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, maintaining a respectful and supportive attitude.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position may supervise drilling assistants.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Solid understanding of core drilling methods, equipment, and geological sampling techniques.
• Knowledge of mineral exploration practices is beneficial.
• 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.
• Ability to extract suitable core samples from depths down to 5,000 feet.
• Complete knowledge of mechanics related to drill rigs, diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Ability to handle and carry heavy wrenches, tools, and supplies.
• Ability to operate levers with both hands.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Skill in organizing resources, establishing priorities, meeting deadlines, and managing time.
• 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 productively under pressure.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; 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.
• Ability to live and work with co-workers in close quarters and keep good morale.
• Ability to participate in group meetings.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Who is Brice Civil Constructors looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of previous experience as a Core Driller, ideally in mineral exploration or related industries required.
• Ability to pass a drug, background screening and physical.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical training in drilling or geology is a plus.
• Experience working in remote or seasonal environments is preferred.
• Prior experience in Alaska's rural construction industry is preferred.
• MSHA Certification dated within the past 5 years preferred, or the ability to obtain upon hire.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Civil Constructors:

• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums. *Eligible if expected to work 130 hours per month or more for at least 90 days
• Dental and Vision Insurance. *Eligible first of month after completing 60 days of employment with an average hours of 30 or more/week
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution once you have worked 6 months or worked 1000 hours of service whichever occurs first.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at recruitment@calistabrice.com

How do you apply?

Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com/open-positions and use the Company tab to filter by subsidiary company.

You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from Brice Civil Constructors Inc? Simply reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com

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

Join us and let's get started!

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PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference 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.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
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.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
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.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.