GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America’s largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. At GeoStabilization International, deep foundation, small diameter drilling is mission-critical work. We operate in unstable slopes, emergency geohazard conditions, and structurally sensitive environments where installation accuracy, casing integrity, and ground control determine project success . We are seeking casing drilling specialists who understand that this work is not about spinning steel — it is about installing structural systems correctly the first time.

Why Choose GSI
If you're already in Geohazard, environmental or a similar industry doing the things we do, you probably have options. Why come to work with us?

At GSI, You’re Not Just Working —you’re Building People, Solving Complex Problems, And Taking Pride In Work That Keeps Communities Safe. Here, You’ll Get

Great teams filled with hardworking people from every walk of life, that are learning to do things the same way: quality, safety and team focused.

Clear, supported advancement to more senior roles - either into crew leadership (lead hand, superintendent) or into more senior technical roles in drilling or shotcrete sculpting.

A deep backlog of important work - you stay busy helping communities year round.





Company ownership—yes, you become an owner here.

Commitment to doing things the right way and putting the best tools in your hands.

Responsibilities
Your Core Responsibilities Include

Applying your skills across a variety of geohazard mitigation systems and projects

Executing safety plans—protecting the people around you is priority #1

Coaching and developing teammates to be more effective and grow their skills.

Helping with equipment maintenance and jobsite organization

Communicating clearly with clients and internal teams

Growth Path
Role

Sr. Drillers

Working Foreman

Superintendent

Field Operations Leadership

We invest in professionals who pursue mastery, elevate team standards, and demonstrate the discipline to lead.

If you take pride in precision, understand structural responsibility, and want to operate at a higher performance standard, this is where you scale your impact.

Core Technical Requirements – Casing Focused

Minimum 3+ years of deep casing drilling experience in geotechnical or ground support applications

Demonstrated experience with:

Concentric casing systems (e.g., Symmetrix, ODEX, Elemex, or equivalent)

Duplex head drilling systems

Dual Rotary drilling systems

Percussion drill systems

Temporary and permanent casing installation

Tie-back and micropile casing systems

Proven ability to advance casing through:

Collapsing overburden

Mixed face conditions

Variable rock-to-soil transitions

High groundwater environments

Flowing sands

Experience maintaining verticality, alignment, and embedment tolerances within engineered specifications

Robust understanding of casing sequencing, grout control, and structural load transfer principles





What Separates Good from Elite Casing Drill Operators at GSI
Competent Operators

Can run casing systems with supervision

Meet installation requirements

Follow instructions

Elite Operators

Anticipate subsurface challenges before they elevate

Protect casing integrity and minimize rework

Improve production efficiency without sacrificing precision

Mentor junior crew members on proper casing technique

Take ownership of the structural outcome — not just the drill

Work & Travel Expectations

Outdoor work in climates ranging from mountains to deserts

Typical construction-site hazards and noise levels

Regular lifting of 75 lbs+

Extensive travel—up to 100% across Canada

Compensation & Benefits

This position has multiple compensation levels depending on experience with drilling techniques, certifications, and equipment expertise. We offer competitive hourly rates

Annual performance bonus

Equity ownership program

100% paid travel (flights, hotels, meals, and other travel costs)

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Accident, life, disability insurance

RRSP matching

Generous paid time off policy

All positions earn overtime

About Us
GeoStabilization International (GSI) is North America's leading geohazard mitigation firm, specializing in emergency response for landslides, rockfall, and slope failures. With the largest portfolio of its kind worldwide, we deliver innovative design/build solutions in the most challenging environments. Our Canadian operations are growing rapidly as demand for rockfall remediation expertise increases across the region.

We're a $550M organization built on craftsmanship, integrity, and taking care of our people.

GSI is an equal opportunity employer.

Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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