Experienced Underground Diamond Driller Helper | $6,000 Sign-On

About the Role

Swick Mining Services is seeking experienced, motivated, and hardworking underground diamond driller helpers to join our North American operations. This role offers strong earning potential, paid travel, a 20/10 rotation, and long-term career opportunities. With operations across Australia, North America, and Europe, Swick is recognized for safe performance, technical innovation, high-quality drilling delivery, and a team culture where people are supported, recognized, and given opportunities to grow.

Pay

• $6,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
• Earn from $60,000+ annually, with higher earning potential based on experience, plus meter bonus incentives.
• Daily per diem paid on top of wages.

Schedule

• 20 days on / 10 days off rotation, providing consistent time at work and time at home.
• 12-hour shifts during work rotation.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid travel to and from site.
• Company-provided accommodation while on rotation.
• Permanent full-time employment with a stable global drilling contractor.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program support.
• Clear career progression pathways with ongoing training and development.
• Strong safety-first culture and a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and breakdown of drilling equipment at underground sites.
• Support drillers by handling tools, supplies, and materials required for drilling operations.
• Monitor drilling equipment during operation to identify and report any malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and efficiency.
• Follow all safety protocols and regulatory guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks and respond to operational needs.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of drilling equipment under supervision.

Requirements

• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to work in remote underground mining environments on a 20/10 rotation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screen.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions carefully.
• MSHA certification preferred or ability to obtain required site certifications.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, reliability, and high-quality work.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent squatting, kneeling, bending, and twisting.
• Maintaining balance while working on uneven underground surfaces.
• Frequent climbing of stairs, ladders, and access ways.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling drill tooling, supplies, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Positioning and handling materials and equipment at heights up to 48 inches.
• Standing, walking, and performing physical labor for extended periods during 12-hour shifts.
• Working in confined underground areas and varying environmental conditions.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment and working safely in underground mining environments.

About Swick

At Swick, you are joining more than a drilling company. You are joining a global team that values safety, performance, innovation, and people. Swick designs and builds its own mobile underground diamond drill rigs in-house, developed specifically to improve safety, mobility, productivity, and performance underground. We invest in our crews, recognize hard work, and provide genuine opportunities for experienced drillers to develop their careers across a growing international business.