Geotechnical /

Environmental Driller

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

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

Program Information

Program Profile

Occupational Description

Geotechnical/Environmental Drillers (Geo/Enviro Driller) operate various types of mobile soil and rock drilling equipment for the purpose of gathering site characterization information and data. They typically work with an engineer or technologist to achieve a greater understanding of the stratigraphy or hydrogeological conditions present by collecting soil or water samples, performing various types of probe or in-situ tests, or by setting various types of installations for either geotechnical or environmental monitoring. 

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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.