Exploration Driller

mineralstech· Mining
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📍 Belle Fourche, SD, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.

 

Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.

 

We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.

 

We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.

 

Company:  American Colloid Company, a Minerals Technologies company, is well known for establishing the global standard for premium foundry-grade bentonite and green sand molding materials for the metalcasting industry since 1927.

Job Title: Exploration Driller

Location: Belle Fourche, SD

 

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
  • Health/Dental/Vision plans
  • 401k company match
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • Educational Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Plan

Responsibilities

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Exploration Driller to join our exploration team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their skills and grow within ACC. No prior drilling experience is required—we will provide training for the right candidate.

 

The Exploration Driller will operate an auger drill to support mineral exploration projects, perform equipment maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient operations. Candidates must be willing to work outdoors, travel to various project sites, and obtain a CDL (training assistance provided).

 

Key Responsibilities

    •    Operate an auger drill under supervision to execute exploration programs.

    •    Conduct daily equipment inspections to ensure safe and reliable operations.

    •    Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of drilling equipment.

    •    Collect and record accurate drill sample data as directed by supervisors.

    •    Adhere to all safety procedures and contribute to a culture of safety.

    •    Assist in transporting equipment to and from project sites.

    •    Support general exploration activities as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

    •    Commitment to safety and teamwork.

    •    Willingness to learn and operate auger drilling equipment.

    •    Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

    •    Ability to travel and stay overnight for project assignments.

    •    Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

 

Preferred:

    •    Mechanical aptitude or experience working with heavy equipment.

    •    Knowledge of basic safety practices in industrial settings.

 

What We Offer

    •    On-the-job training and skill development.

    •    Opportunities for advancement within ACC.

    •    CDL training assistance.

    •    Competitive wages and benefits package.

    •    A supportive team environment and a focus on safety and growth.

 

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This Exploration Driller role at mineralstech is based in Belle Fourche, SD, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Exploration Driller role at mineralstech full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Exploration Driller role in the Mining department at mineralstech.
Which team or department does the Exploration Driller at mineralstech belong to?
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When was the Exploration Driller job at mineralstech posted?
This Exploration Driller position at mineralstech was posted on May 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Exploration Driller
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