Driller/Exploration Team Member V

General Responsibilities

• Perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques.
• Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques.
• In-situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing.
• Install instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers.
• Work as part of a multiple person team on projects.
• Perform daily tasks including survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a mastery of problem solving and implementing solutions on complex to very complex problems independently or with minor guidance from management.
• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all depths required in their region.
• Lead and focus on the training and development a 2 or 3 man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
• Be proficient in all drilling methods common to their region.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
• Perform 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.
• Lead project preparation and pre-task planning.
• Train junior staff in drilling methods.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10-years’ experience.
• Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Many states require specific driller/well installation licensure. Where applicable, such licensure is required.