Drill Operator- Geotechnical experience required

Wayne Brothers, Inc.; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Brothers Companies is seeking a Drill Operator with geotechnical experience for our Davidson, NC project site. The role requires operating micro-piles, Kelly bar, and CFA rigs, with a focus on safety and inspection procedures.

Applicants should hold OSHA-10/30, First Aid/CPR, and Aerial lift certifications, plus a valid driver’s license. Familiarity with grading operations and site communications is preferred.

Qualifications

• OSHA 10/30 Hour certifications required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Aerial lift certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• WBI Craft Training Level I or higher required after hire.
• Prior geotechnical drilling and equipment operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill rigs and heavy equipment per safety guidelines.
• Set up and break down rigs, load/unload materials.
• Record data and communicate with foreman.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of equipment.
• Ensure site safety and adherence to plans and specs.
• Assist crew with ground improvements and grading tasks.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical reasoning

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading site plans

Education

OSHA 10 Hour

OSHA 30 Hour

First Aid/CPR

Aerial lift certification

Driver's license

WBI Craft Training Level I

Job description

Drill Operator- Geotechnical experience required

Drill Operator- Geotechnical experience required

Date Posted: 08/07/2026

Location: Davidson, NC

Pay Range: N/A

Position Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Performs all the essential job functions of a Drill Operator.
• Duties will include operating micro-piles rig, Kelly bar rig, CFA fixed mast rig,
• Must be capable of setting up / breaking down rigs.
• Carry, load and unload materials.
• Record important data and relay to foreman / superintendent.
• Dig with shovels, picks, air hammers and other specified construction equipment.
• Arrive to project site on time and participate in daily discussion meetings.
• Clean up site trash and debris and put in designated disposal area.
• Work with materials such wood, concrete, grout, steel etc.
• Work with hoses (air, grout, water, etc.) for all types of jobs on the jobsite.
• Watching as drilling operations are underway for any hazards or issues with the drill or surrounding area.
• Ensuring that pile elevations are set to what are required by the plans
• Proficient in set up of laser and being able to figure out elevations.
• Conducts safety checks before starting up and operating (and after shutting down) drill and heavy equipment pieces using standard checklists.
• Reviews site specifications with foreman and superintendent.
• Operates all light equipment necessary (e.g., concrete, grout vibrator, grout plant/concrete pump, compacting equipment, basic hand tools etc.) for operations.
• Operates selected pieces of heavy equipment at a basic level to include, but not limited to, the following pieces of equipment:
• Skidsteer Loader (desirable)
• Lull (required)
• Site truck when necessary (desirable)
• as necessary to prepare grades for and elevations at the construction site. Depending on the equipment being operated, the operator will:
• Excavate earth.
• Convey (i.e., haul in or remove) soil/earth, gravel, stone, etc. at theconstruction location as necessary for proper site preparation.
• Spread and level dirt, gravel, and stone to rough grade/elevation specifications.
• Hooks up necessary attachments to equipment to complete geo structural and civil task(s).
• Conducts routine preventative maintenance necessary to keep equipment operating effectively and efficiently.
• Makes minor repairs as necessary to keep equipment safe and operational.
• Cooperates with civil equipment apprentices to conduct geotechnical operations.
• Complies with all applicable state, company and OSHA rules, regulations, and guidelines necessary for safe operation of heavy equipment at the job site.
• Reports any job site and/or WBI employee safety violation(s) to appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Serves as a safe and productive member of a geotechnical crew/team.
• Assists operators and crew in installing ground improvements, piles, etc.
• Assists operators and crew to move dirt on/off site as needed.
• Assists operators, apprentices, and crew in properly draining water during grading operations.
• Pumps water, cleans silt and maintains erosion control before, during and after rain events.
• Observe and help to remove all hazards in a task.

Position Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• Vocational or technical training/experience in grading/site development - desirable
• OSHA - 10 Hour Certification – required.
• OSHA - 30 Hour Certification – required.
• First Aid/CPR – required.
• Valid driver’s license – required.
• Aerial lift certification – required.
• WBI Craft Training and other certifications up through Level I – required after hired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Conducting assigned work tasks and processes within work teams
• Knowledge of soil conditions and earthmoving processes
• Measuring and calculating square feet/cubic yards precisely
• Problem-solving, troubleshooting, and maintenance-oriented reasoning
• Communicating with grading foreman and team members
• Implementing site safety and work-task plans
• Recognizing and correcting job site hazards
• Making judgments and decisions at task and process levels
• Listening and speaking
• Thinking logically and critically
• Seeing and interpreting details close up and far away.
• Focusing consistently on Safety, Quality, Production, and Innovation
• Mechanical reasoning

Working Conditions

• Outdoors - frequently
• Loud noise - frequently
• Temperatures - seasonal
• Walking and riding on uneven terrain – frequently
• Personal Protective Equipment – always
• Multi-activity worksites - frequently
• Traveling/out of town – as needed
• 40 to 60+ hour work week – frequently

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wayne Brothers Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Read our EEO/AAE policy.