Associate Drill Technician

Dig Energy Inc.; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible vacation

Ownership from day one

Job summary

Dig Energy, Inc. is hiring an associate drill technician to support drilling and geothermal installations. You will collaborate with engineers and drilling teams on R&D testing and customer sites, with a hands-on, deadline-driven approach.

The role emphasizes field activities, safety, travel to locations, and ability to lift heavy equipment while growing in construction and geothermal fields.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on R&D and testing projects as well as commercial installations.
• Willingness to perform hands-on field activities and support site work.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong communication within drilling and engineering teams.
• Safety-conscious and able to operate around heavy equipment.
• Keen to learn and grow in construction and geothermal fields.
• Willingness to travel frequently.
• Able to lift 50 lbs of equipment.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred or obtainable.
• Experience with drilling, construction or heavy equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside drilling technicians and engineers to prepare for and complete all field activities.
• Prepare, handle and load drill string.
• Assist with grouting and flushing and installation of geothermal loops.
• Help keep the work area, tools and equipment organized, safe and clean.
• Follow the direction of the drill technician or engineer leading the project.
• Travel as needed to drilling locations and support all onsite activities with possible overnights.

Skills

Hands-on work

Field installations

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Travel readiness

OSHA 10/30

Job description

About Dig Energy, Inc.

Dig Energy is revolutionizing the way we heat and cool buildings everywhere. Our geothermal drill can reduce the cost of drilling by 80%, which means that building owners everywhere can now access the largest, most stable, available-everywhere, on-site thermal energy source there is. Dig is starting to deploy at scale in 2027, with customers across a range of sectors. Our hands‑on, mission‑driven team is filled with engineers and operators who are looking to dig in, learn, solve problems, and move with urgency.

The Role

We are looking for an associate drill technician to help with all aspects of drilling and geothermal installations. You will work with drilling technicians and engineers on both R&D testing and customer installations. We are looking for someone with a get it done attitude who is willing to do whatever it takes to complete the job.

What you will do

• Work alongside drilling technicians and engineers to prepare for and complete all field activities
• Prepare, handle and load drill string
• Assist with grouting and flushing and installation of geothermal loops
• Help keep the work area, tools and equipment organized, safe and clean
• Follow the direction of the drill technician or engineer leading the project
• Travel as needed to drilling locations and support all onsite activities with possible overnights

Who you are

• Comfortable working on R&D and testing projects as well as commercial installations
• Ready and willing to do hands‑on work and support field activities
• Willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong communication skills, both within the drilling team and across the broader engineering team
• Safety conscious and able to work cooperatively with and around heavy equipment
• Excited to learn and grow in the construction and geothermal fields
• Okay with frequent travel
• Ability to lift 50 lbs of equipment.
• Have or be willing to obtain OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Drilling, construction and heavy equipment operations is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits and flexible vacation
• A chance to build a new type of energy infrastructure, with real ownership from day one and the opportunity to grow into it

At Dig, we deeply value diversity and a range of experiences, backgrounds, and mindsets. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

At Dig, we deeply value diversity and a range of experiences, backgrounds, and mindsets. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Please note: Dig Energy is a startup and our priorities evolve as our company grows. The responsibilities listed in this job posting may not be an exhaustive list of this role’s duties.