Who operates a drill rig?

Operator or Driller: A person operating the drill rig. They may also be the driver of the rig if it is a carrier mount.

Should rotary drill rig operators be trained?

“Mandatory training of rotary drill rig operators will provide better protection for both the operators of the equipment and also for the workers on construction sites in Ontario,” said Mike Gallagher, business manager of Local 793 of the International Union of Operating Engineers.

Do drill rig operators need to be certified?

Drill rig operators will require mandatory training and certification following changes to Ontario legislation. Rotary foundation drill rigs are used for boring holes in soil in order to install foundations or earth retention structures.

Does Ontario have drill rig operator training requirements?

With the new requirements, Ontario is now a Canadian leader on drill rig operator training, said Kevin Flynn, Minister of Labour. No other jurisdiction in Canada has explicit training requirements for drill rig operators in their health and safety legislation.

What does a geotechnical drill rig operator do?

Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all depths required in their region. Oversee a 2 or 3 man drill crew in all tasks associated with Transportation to and from various rig locations. Maintain the cleanliness of the rig. Read and record measurements from pressure gauges and other measurement More...

What does a drill rig technician do?

Responsible for keeping rig and equipment in good working order and condition. Repair and maintain all drill rigs, trucks, trailers and other equipment. Assist the Driller and Assistant Driller with rig floor operations; work with the Floorhands on the rig floor when applicable. Participate in the START process. More...