Casing Driller

GeoStabilization International; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Casing Driller to join their frontline team. This role is crucial for drilling operations, ensuring equipment maintenance, and leading crews in various challenging environments. Candidates should be prepared for physical labor and outdoor work year-round, even in extreme conditions. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects while maintaining a strong focus on safety and collaboration. If you thrive in dynamic environments and possess the necessary skills, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a vital role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of geotechnical experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and engage in strenuous physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance tasks to ensure optimal functionality of drilling equipment.
• Maintain communication with Superintendents to provide updates and address concerns.

Skills

Geotechnical Experience

Communication Skills

Welding

Blueprint Interpretation

Physical Labor

Tools

Drilling Equipment

Safety PPE

Job description

Overview

The Casing Driller (Deep Foundation and Tie Back Driller) is an essential member of the frontline team and will be responsible for drilling holes, monitoring their condition, and leading crews in the operation and care of drilling equipment. As a Driller, you will play a crucial role in achieving company goals, ensuring respect for company property, and maintaining a high standard of reliability, punctuality, and work ethic. This position requires working outdoors year-round—sometimes in extreme conditions—and strenuous physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for essential maintenance tasks, including greasing, to ensure optimal functionality of drilling equipment.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration within the team and communicate maintenance requirements.
• Utilize extensive knowledge of drill upkeep and preventive maintenance procedures to enhance equipment longevity and ensure equipment cleanliness.
• Ability to fill out precise drill logs and maintain accurate as-builts for comprehensive project documentation.
• Maintain regular communication and interaction with Superintendents to provide updates and address any concerns.
• Ability to work in loud environments and maintain all required safety PPE.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of geotechnical experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to hit daily production targets
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to travel extensively as required - up to three weeks on duty at a time
• Proficiency in welding
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and engage in strenuous physical labor
• Possess vast knowledge of different types of tooling and drilling techniques
• Ability to obtain DOT Medical Card

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid CDL is preferred
• Managerial experience is preferred

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Climates vary in degrees, from tropical to desert environments.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate and hearing protection is often required.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Heavy lifting (50lbs+) of construction materials on the job site.

Hourly range: $28.00 to $35.00 per hour

Travel: 100% traveling in the Western US. Employees are expected to work a 3 weeks on, 1 week off schedule.