Helical Pile Solutions

Engineering-led piling for stable industrial foundations

Drill Rig Operator

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Full-timeNisku, AB, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Class 5 Driver’s License is required; a Class 1 or Class 3 license is an asset.
Ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor construction environment.
Field safety tickets including First Aid, H2S, CSTS, and Ground Disturbance are assets.
Candidates must comply with HPS's drug and alcohol program for this safety-sensitive position.
Work involves bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods, and frequently lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting more than 50 pounds with assistance.
Personal protective equipment must always be worn.

Responsibilities

Operate drilling equipment for foundation construction.
Install large-diameter drilled caissons and helical pile foundations.
Support transmission line, substation, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with foundation drilling.
Experience with large-diameter caissons.
Experience with deep foundation construction.
Experience with utility, civil, or industrial projects.

Drill Rig Operator

Helical Pile Solutions · Nisku, Canada · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-27

Workplace: on_site

Department: Construction

Description

Job description

Helical Pile Solutions (HPS) is seeking experienced and motivated construction professionals for long-term utility, industrial, infrastructure, renewable energy, transmission line, and substation foundation projects throughout Western Canada. The Drill Rig Operator is responsible for the safe operation of various types of foundation drill rigs and construction equipment.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Operate drilling equipment for foundation construction
Install large-diameter drilled caissons and helical pile foundations
Support transmission line, substation, industrial, and infrastructure projects
Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance

Preferred Experience

Foundation drilling
Large-diameter caissons
Deep foundation construction
Utility, civil, or industrial projects

Qualifications

Class 5 Driver’s License (Class 1 or 3 is an asset)
Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor construction environment
Field safety tickets including First Aid, H2S, CSTS, and Ground Disturbance are an asset
This is a safety sensitive position and will require candidates to comply with HPS drug and alcohol program

Work Environment

Construction environment
Outdoors, including travel to remote locations
Exposure to loud noises
Exposure to extreme temperatures
Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally with assistance
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be always worn
Accommodations while on a project are arranged by HPS in either a camp setting or hotel as determined by project requirements
Shift work
Work schedule may vary

Benefits

Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
Group RRSP
Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
Training & Development
Employee Assistance Program - Counseling

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About the Company

Helical Pile Solutions

Engineering-led piling for stable industrial foundations

Helical Pile Solutions (HPS) provides foundation engineering and piling services for industrial construction projects. They focus on engineering-led design and constructability to ensure foundations are precisely matched to each project’s needs, delivering stable foundations and certainty for asset safety. Their work involves designing and delivering helical pile solutions with an emphasis on precision engineering and optimized processes so clients can proceed with confidence. HPS differentiates itself through a strong constructability focus and a commitment to tailoring solutions to individual projects, rather than offering generic, one-size-fits-all answers. The company’s goal is to give clients confidence to build by ensuring their assets are supported on reliable, well-engineered foundations.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Sherwood Park, Canada
Founded: 2020

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