Driller/Exploration Team Member II

About the role

Explore subsurface using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Tasks include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, diamond bit coring, cone penetration testing, pressure meter testing, rock dilatometer testing, and instrument installation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.
• Oversee a 2-man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
• Perform basic surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks.
• Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations.
• Inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-year experience.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Preferred qualifications: State-specific driller/well installation licensure.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.

Skills

• Knowledge of geotechnical drilling techniques.
• Basic surveying skills.
• Equipment operation and maintenance.

Benefits

Terracon offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Education reimbursement.
• Variety of bonus programs.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.

About Us

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm with over 8,000 employees across 200 locations nationwide. We specialize in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Our vision is "Together, we are best at people," emphasizing excellent compensation and benefits for our employee-owners.