Driller

ECS Group of Companies; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Tennessee is seeking a hands-on Drilling Technician to perform penetrometer testing, operate Geoprobe units, and collect soil data across field sites.

You will locate borings, record data, maintain equipment, and follow safety procedures while meeting daily productivity targets. CDL is preferred and 2–4 years of related experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED.
• 2–4 years of related field experience.
• Class A CDL license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard penetrometer testing operations, including borings and geoprobes.
• Operate Geoprobe unit to collect soil and CPT data.
• Locate borings in the field and record drilling data accurately.
• Report issues to project manager or supervisor promptly.
• Maintain drill rig and support vehicle; report repairs to Drilling Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues including electrical or hydraulic systems.
• Follow safety procedures to maintain a safe crew environment.
• Load drill rig and supplies safely each day.
• Plan daily schedule to meet productivity goals.
• Complete time sheets and field paperwork promptly.
• Care for and clean drilling equipment and company vehicles.
• Maintain professional behavior and quality standards.
• Train and mentor Drilling Helper.
• Willing to work out of town and adapt to non-standard schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performing standard penetrometer testing operations including performing borings and geoprobes
• Operating Geoprobe unit for the collection of soil and Cone Penetrometer (CPT) data
• Locating borings in the field
• Record all required drilling data
• Report all project specific issues directly to the project manager and/or your supervisor
• Perform drill rig and support truck maintenance- Reporting all repair and maintenance issues to the Drilling Supervisor
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems including those of an electrical or hydraulic nature
• Follow all company safety procedures and guidelines for maintaining a safe work environment for all crew personnel
• Safely and accurately load drill rig and support vehicle each day with supplies needed
• Plan daily schedule to meet productivity goals set by Drilling Supervisor and/or Office Manager
• Promptly and accurately complete time sheets and field paperwork
• Care for and clean assigned company vehicles and drilling equipment and any other assigned equipment
• Maintain professional behavior and quality standards
• Train and mentor Drilling Helper
• Willingness to work out of town and non-standard work schedules when required

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 2-4 years of related experience
• Class A CDL driver's license preferred

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.