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Experienced Motorhand - Driller (Drilling Rig)

  • AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Posting language
English
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Job summary

Work as an experienced motorhand-driller on drilling projects in Western Canada, supporting operations across a fleet of drilling rigs. Contribute to safe, effective work in a fast-paced, high-capacity, team-focused environment.

Job details

HIRING EXPERIENCED MOTORHANDS - DRILLERS Akita Drilling is looking for Motorhand-Drillers for projects in Western Canada. We offer employment to individuals who like working outdoors in a safe, challenging and drug-free workplace. Akita has a fleet of 20 rigs in Canada, including Single, Double, Pad Double, Triple and Pad Triple sizes. More than a business, we are a team unified behind the values of integrity, respect and commitment. We work in both camp and non-camp conditions throughout BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan. This type of work offers an exciting opportunity in a high-paced, high-capacity and team-focused environment. At Akita, you get: · Advancement Opportunity · Medical & Dental Benefits · Pension Plan · Life/Disability Insurance · Employee Share Purchase Plan · Starter PPE Kit · Coverall and PPE Program · Paid Industry Training · Employee Referral Program · Training for the *next* job at AKITA! Email resume to Akitahr@akita-drilling.com You will be well on your way if you have a valid Class 5 Drivers Licence and an H2S Alive ticket. Akita's Recruiting team will review your application and contact you if we have an opportunity for you. Akita Drilling is an equal opportunity employer.

What you’ll do

Work as an experienced motorhand-driller on drilling projects in Western Canada, supporting operations across a fleet of drilling rigs. Contribute to safe, effective work in a fast-paced, high-capacity, team-focused environment.

Requirements

Applicants should have experience as a motorhand or driller. A valid Class 5 driver's licence and an H2S Alive ticket are identified as qualifications that would strengthen an application.

Benefits

  • Medical and Dental Benefits
  • Pension Plan
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Starter PPE Kit
  • Coverall and PPE Program
  • Paid Industry Training
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Advancement Opportunities

Listed skills

  • outdoor work · Preferred
  • Teamwork · Preferred
  • Safety awareness · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Motorhand Operations
  • Drilling Rig Operations
  • Outdoor Work
  • Teamwork
  • Safety Awareness
  • Class 5 Driver's Licence
  • H2S Alive Certification

Job areas

  • Energy
  • Trades
  • Security & Safety