Driller in Northern Indiana

About the role

This position will be based out of the Northern Indiana region. The successful candidate will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling techniques, including auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells, and inclinometers. The role requires a self-starter with high attention to detail and flexibility in daily execution of duties and deliverables. Daily tasks include surveying and locating drilling points, conducting site reconnaissance, loading/unloading tooling, materials, and samples, classifying soil and rock samples, performing routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, and preparing internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes in soil up to 100 feet.
• Oversee a 2–3-person drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance on drilling equipment.
• Perform basic surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks.
• Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations.
• Independently inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects; participate in pre-task planning.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Able to perform NQ rock coring.
• Able to perform mud rotary drilling.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Excellent time management skills — understanding and setting priorities to realize value-added and focused activities and deliverables.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Matching 100% on first 4% 401(k).
• Annual bonus programs.
• Medical insurance with $0 monthly premium for employee-only coverage.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and other related insurances.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Funded professional development.
• Vacation and personal time.

About us

Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. (“Patriot”) was founded in 1995 to address the engineering and environmental needs of the development and redevelopment community. Today, our success spans multiple offices serving communities across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, and beyond. Over our history, Patriot has built a reputation for excellence in Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing.

At Patriot, our pride of ownership is evident throughout all our projects. We celebrate our entrepreneurial spirit as each team member brings their individuality, expertise, and creative solutions to every task. Resiliency has formed our framework. Our culture and values mirror our humble beginnings: steadfast, continually striving for excellence, and delivering the best service and expert solutions. This is the Patriot way. Our strength is in our name.

Patriot’s commitment to excellence, service, and safety starts with every individual on our team. Our leaders realize that continued success relies on the efforts and fulfillment of each team member. Mutual respect, appreciation, value, and trust remain the cornerstones that guide our beliefs and actions, paving the way to Patriot’s future success.