Careers

Foundex offers rewarding career opportunities for individuals seeking hands‑on work, professional growth, and the opportunity to contribute to complex and meaningful projects. The company is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment where employees can develop new skills, build long‑term careers, and take pride in the work they do. Foundex values dedication, teamwork, and a strong work ethic, and continues to invest in the people who make its success possible.

Foundex is currently hiring for the following positions:

Sonic Driller
Geotechnical Driller
Geotechnical Driller Helper

A detailed job description for each position is listed below. All employees in safety‑sensitive positions are required to abide by Foundex’s Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Foundex provides a competitive compensation package that includes:

Competitive wage
Living Out Allowance
Flights and accommodations
Drilling bonus
Health & Safety program
Training program
Comprehensive benefits package (after probation period)
Safety incentives
RRSP program

A preference is given to candidates currently located in the Lower Mainland, BC.

Please email all resumes, references, well licence (if applicable), and a current driver’s abstract to employment@foundex.com, with the position you are applying for stated in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment.

Sonic Driller

Must have experience with the following drilling methods and field tasks:

Sonic drilling (Boart Longyear or TerraSonic drills)
Rock coring
Instrument installation
In‑situ testing (CPT, packer testing, PMT, etc.)
Standard Penetration Testing (SPT)

Key responsibilities will include:

Supervise crew on shift during various operational activities
Lead daily meetings on Safe Work Procedures
Maintain a safe work environment
Document daily activities in a logbook
Provide the operations team with re‑supply requirements as needed
Provide on‑the‑job training to crew personnel
Perform work‑site assessments for safe and productive task completion
Supervise drill helper(s)
Operate the drill rig to advance and retract tooling
Coordinate moves and crew changes with supervision staff

Professional Experience and Qualifications:

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence (Class 3 preferred)
Valid BC Water Well Drilling Licence (geotechnical / sonic) preferred
3–5 years’ experience operating a sonic drill
Mechanically inclined
Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test

Geotechnical Driller

Must have experience with the following drilling methods and field tasks:

Air rotary
Mud rotary
Rock coring
Instrument installation
In‑situ testing (CPT, packer testing, PMT, etc.)
Standard Penetration Testing (SPT)

Key responsibilities will include:

Supervise crew on shift during operations
Lead daily meetings on Safe Work Procedures
Maintain a safe work environment
Document daily activities in a logbook
Provide re‑supply requirements as needed
Provide training and mentorship to drill helpers
Perform work‑site assessments
Operate drilling equipment and tooling

Professional Experience and Qualifications:

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence (Class 3 preferred)
Valid AB/BC Water Well Drilling Licence preferred
3–5 years’ experience in geotechnical or environmental drilling
Mechanically inclined
Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test

Geotechnical Driller Helper

Key responsibilities will include:

Participate in daily safety meetings
Assist drillers in all operational activities
Maintain equipment as directed by the driller
Maintain site cleanliness
Report accidents and near misses
Assist with work‑site assessments
Assist with fueling and light equipment maintenance
Assist with loading, unloading, assembly, and teardown of equipment
Assist with subsurface sampling

Professional Experience and Qualifications:

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence (Class 3 preferred)
1–3 years’ experience in geotechnical or environmental drilling considered an asset
Mechanically inclined
Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test
Ability to work in remote locations for extended periods