Geoexchange

Driller

Please note that this program is only available for those wishing to challenge certification. There is no apprenticeship pathway at this time.

Geoexchange drillers set up and operate mobile equipment used to drill vertical closed-loop borehole heat exchangers, which provide a heat source/sink for geoexchange heating and cooling systems in residential, commercial and industrial applications. They must have familiarity with the geological formations in the area they are working to enable selection of the most appropriate type of drilling.

Program Updates

Please note that this program is only available for those wishing to challenge certification. There is no apprenticeship pathway at this time. 

For further information on this trade and for a detailed list of learning materials please contact BC Ground Water Association on 604-530-8934 (Toll free within BC: 1-855-530-8934) and at secretary [at] bcgwa.org

Exam Breakdowns

Program Information

Challenge the

Trade

If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification. Learn more about How to Challenge a Skilled Trade.

OR

If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.