Driller

Thompson Engineering; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering is seeking an experienced Driller to join our Louisiana office, with regular travel to project sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on drilling experience and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality work.

Essential duties include operating drilling equipment for geotechnical sampling, inspecting and logging soil samples, and coordinating with clients and team members.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in soil drilling.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate drilling equipment to obtain soil samples for geotechnical analysis.
• Conduct accurate visual inspections and log soil samples for reporting.
• Hold and guide drill rods during drilling operations.
• Load and unload drilling equipment from company vehicles.
• Safely drive company vehicles to and from job sites.
• Communicate effectively with clients, supervisors, and team members.
• Maintain consistent, on-time attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Soil drilling

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Thompson Engineering is seeking an experienced Driller to join our Louisiana office. This position requires regular travel to project sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on drilling experience and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality work.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate drilling equipment to obtain soil samples for geotechnical analysis.
• Conduct accurate visual inspections and log soil samples for reporting.
• Hold and guide drill rods during drilling operations.
• Load and unload drilling equipment from company vehicles.
• Safely drive company vehicles to and from job sites.
• Communicate effectively with clients, supervisors, and team members.
• Maintain consistent, on-time attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in soil drilling.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors up to 100% of scheduled hours in varying weather conditions.
• Stand for up to 8 hours per day and walk on uneven or unstable surfaces (concrete, dirt, gravel, etc.).
• Bend, stoop, climb, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Use hands to operate, assemble, and maintain tools and equipment.
• Communicate effectively in person and by phone/radio.
• Drive company vehicles safely.
• Ability to travel frequently, work flexible hours, and stay overnight as required.

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides comprehensive engineering and construction services, including drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, and laboratory analysis. We've built our reputation on quality assurance for industrial, infrastructure, and community development projects across the Southeast.

Today, we are recognized for our leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation systems. Our team supports clients across industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets-delivering innovative design, engineering, and project management solutions from concept to completion.