Drill Rig Operator - Test Borings

Soil Testing, Inc; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized testing company in Oxford, Connecticut is seeking an experienced Drill Rig Operator for test borings. Candidates must have at least 5 years of drill rig operation experience and proficiency in various drilling methods including mud rotary and hollow stem auger. A valid CDL - A or B is required. This role emphasizes precision in maintaining boring logs and describing soil types, making it ideal for professionals with a strong background in heavy equipment operation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in drill rig operation.
• Experience with hollow stem auger, rock coring, mud rotary drilling.
• Must have CDL - A or B.
• CDL - A or B is required.
• Experience with other heavy equipment (backhoe, excavator, skid steer) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill rig for test borings.
• Keep accurate boring logs and describe soil types.

Skills

Drill rig operation

Boring logs accuracy

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Overview

Experienced Drill Rig Operator for Test Borings.

Job Details

• The ideal candidate MUST be experienced in all phases of test borings with at least 5 years of drill rig operation.
• Including experience in: hollow stem auger, rock coring, mud rotary drilling, split spoon, and Shelby tube sampling.
• Keeping accurate boring logs with the ability to describe soil types using the Burmister and or unified classification system.
• Experience in operating other heavy equipment such as Backhoe, Excavator, Skid steer, is a plus.
• MUST have CDL - A or B.