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Experienced Underground Drillers

Delta Junction, AK · On-site

$24 - $32.75/hr

... diamond drilling Company committed to innovation and excellence. We value employee safety, health and wellbeing whilst delivering exceptional services to our valued client. Working 4 weeks on; 4 ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for diamond drilling in the United States is $41.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $44.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a diamond drilling do?

A typical workday in Diamond Drilling involves setting up and operating drilling rigs to extract core samples or create precise holes in materials like concrete, rock, or asphalt. You may work both indoors and outdoors, often as part of a small crew, collaborating closely with site managers and other construction professionals. Tasks include preparing equipment, monitoring drilling progress, maintaining safety standards, and troubleshooting technical issues as they arise. The work can be physically demanding and may require travel between sites, but it offers the chance to develop specialized skills in the construction and engineering industries.

What is a diamond drilling?

A Diamond Drilling job involves using rotary drills fitted with diamond-impregnated bits to create precise holes in hard materials like concrete, rock, or stone. It is commonly used in construction, mining, and geotechnical exploration. Operators must have expertise in handling specialized equipment and ensuring safety protocols are followed. The job requires physical endurance, attention to detail, and knowledge of different drilling techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in diamond drilling?

To thrive in Diamond Drilling, you need strong mechanical aptitude, spatial awareness, and experience with drilling operations, often supported by certifications such as NVQ or City & Guilds in drilling or construction. Familiarity with core drilling rigs, power tools, and safety systems like personal protective equipment (PPE) and risk assessment protocols is vital. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and problem-solving skills help professionals excel on job sites and manage unexpected challenges. These abilities ensure safe, precise drilling performance and contribute to efficient project completion in demanding environments.

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Infographic showing various Diamond Drilling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 92% Full Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,248 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Experienced Exploration Diamond Driller

ConeTec

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$35 - $38/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 hours ago

Job description

Company: Geotech Drilling
- A proud member of the ConeTec Group
Geotech Drilling Services
Company Background and Culture
Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in British Columbia, Canada. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage project pipeline.
Geotech owns and operates state-of-the-art drilling equipment throughout western North America. We are one of Canada's largest geotechnical, environmental and exploration drilling companies, with a fleet of over 70 site investigation platforms.
Geotech Drilling has joined ConeTec. ConeTec is an international full-service geo-environmental and geotechnical site characterization contractor. We offer clients superior project management and site investigation services across the globe, with a large presence in the Americas and Australia. ConeTec is known in the industry as a great place to work. We commit to all employees that we will provide a respectful, positive, and enriching work environment. We want you to look forward to going to work every day. We reward and recognize staff for exceptional contributions to the company. Our success is a direct result of the people who work here.
As part of our integrated team, you'll harness the collective expertise, expanded resources, and cutting-edge testing capabilities that come with this exciting merger. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of geotechnical drilling with us
Diamond Driller - Surface Exploration
We are hiring experienced Surface Exploration Diamond Drillers for a remote camp project in Alaska. Candidates must have proven diamond drilling experience and helicopter-supported drill move experience, along with the ability to work safely and effectively in rugged, remote settings. This position runs on a 4-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off rotation in a remote camp environment
Location: Remote Dry Camp, Alaska
Project and Equipment
  • Remote helicopter-supported drill program
  • Fly In- Fly Out
  • Hydracore 2000 diamond drills
  • Coring with HQ and NQ
  • Surface exploration

Start Date: June 2026
Duration: 5 Months
Hours of Work: 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off, 12 hr days.
Key Responsibilities
  • Extract core samples using the Hydracore 2000 Diamond Core Drills.
  • Monitor instruments such as pressure gauges, feed or weight indicators as well as observe the volume, colour and consistency of the returns from the hole.
  • Employ various sampling techniques according to project and client requirements.
  • Record keeping as required/requested by the client and or Company.
  • Operate and troubleshoot drill and ancillary equipment, including, but not limited to; trucks, support vehicles, pumps, heaters, compressors, mud re-circulation systems, etc.
  • Supervise Drill Assistant and the drill crew to ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
  • Ensure Driller Assistant maintains and organizes equipment, supplies and tooling for the drill rig and support vehicles.

Professional Experience / Qualifications
  • Must maintain and possess a valid Driver's License.
  • Must have minimum 5 years' experience in exploration surface drilling.
  • Must have helicopter experience.
  • Have the mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair small equipment.
  • Complete and pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Compensation
Competitive base rate + meter bonus.
As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, and due to the requirement, that employees be able to safely complete the tasks associated with this job position, a successful candidate may be required to take a pre-employment fit for duty test, including a drug and alcohol testing, and complete a satisfactory criminal record check.
ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law

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